March weather forecast
Yonkers, NY

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Weather in March

March is a transitional month in Yonkers, New York, marking the shift from winter to spring. The weather begins to warm up with the average high reaching up to 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the average low to 33.6°F (0.9°C). There's also a significant drop in snowfall to a mere 0.24" (6mm). The dull winter scenery begins to brighten, with daylight hours increasing to 12 and residents basking in the warmth of the emerging spring sun. With the arrival of spring, Yonkers starts to shake off its winter blues and blooms back into life.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Yonkers, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Yonkers, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.1 days and collects up to 8.31" (211mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Yonkers, New York, are January through April and December. In Yonkers, New York, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Yonkers is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Yonkers, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Yonkers, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Yonkers?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Yonkers, is 46.2°F (7.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Yonkers?

The average relative humidity in March in Yonkers, New York, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Yonkers?

In Yonkers, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Yonkers?

In Yonkers, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Yonkers have in March?

In March, the average day length in Yonkers is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Yonkers?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Yonkers have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Yonkers?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Yonkers?

In Yonkers, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Yonkers, NY

Average temperature in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in March
Yonkers, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Yonkers, NY

Average wind speed in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Yonkers, NY

Average humidity in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Yonkers, NY

Average rainfall in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Yonkers, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Yonkers, NY

Average snowfall in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Yonkers, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Yonkers, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Yonkers, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (15.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Yonkers, NY

Average UV index in March - Yonkers, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Yonkers, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Yonkers, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Yonkers, NY

Average visibility in March - Yonkers, 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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