March weather forecast
West Islip, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Islip, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

At the start of March, West Islip's average high-temperature reaches a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C), subtly different from the preceding month. West Islip sustains an average of approximately an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C) during March nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

In West Islip, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In West Islip, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Islip, there are 157 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in West Islip. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Islip, New York, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in West Islip, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in West Islip is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Islip are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in West Islip in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Islip, New York, during March are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in West Islip?

In West Islip, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Islip?

In West Islip, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in West Islip?

The month with the most snowfall in West Islip, New York, is March, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in West Islip in March?

In West Islip, New York, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Islip?

In March, the average day length in West Islip, New York, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Islip?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in West Islip, New York, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in West Islip?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in West Islip, New York, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in West Islip?

The average sunshine duration in March in West Islip is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Islip?

The months with the lowest UV index in West Islip are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in West Islip?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in West Islip is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
West Islip, NY

Average temperature in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in March
West Islip, NY

Average pressure in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Islip, NY

Average wind speed in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
West Islip, NY

Average humidity in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in March
West Islip, NY

Average rainfall in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
West Islip, NY

Average rainfall days in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Islip, NY

Average snowfall in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Islip, NY

Average snowfall days in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Islip, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Islip, NY

Average sunshine days in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
West Islip, NY

Average UV index in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
West Islip, NY

Average cloud cover in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
West Islip, NY

Average visibility in March - West Islip, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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