March is a very cold and very rainy time for sunbathing in Coney Island Beach, and not recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Coney Island Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Coney Island Beach in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.
March brings slightly warmer weather, but it is still too cold for water-based activities at Coney Island Beach. The beach may be less windy, but swimming, sunbathing, and other water sports are not recommended due to the cool conditions. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
As the weather starts to warm up slightly in March, you may see a few more visitors at Coney Island Beach, but it is still not very crowded. There are no major public holidays or events during this month, so the beach remains relatively quiet.
The average maximum temperature in Coney Island Beach in March is 10°. The average maximum temperature is 5° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.
The average temperature in Coney Island Beach in March is 6°. The average temperature ranges is 1° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Coney Island Beach in March is 1°. The minimum temperature is -3° in the previous month and 7° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Coney Island Beach in March are 11.9 and there are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Coney Island Beach in March is typically 4.8 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Coney Island Beach in March is 3° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
The average total rainfall in Coney Island Beach in March is 100.2cm and on average there are 11.8 rainy days in March making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Coney Island Beach in March is 1° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -2° in the previous month and 7° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Coney Island Beach in March is typically 78%. The maximum relative humidity is 76.1% in the previous month and 81.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Coney Island Beach in March is typically 60.1%. The average relative humidity is 59.2% in the previous month and 61.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Coney Island Beach in March is typically 38kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 39kmh in the previous month and 37kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Coney Island Beach in March is typically 21kmh. The average wind speed is 21kmh in the previous month and 20kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Coney Island Beach in March is from the North West.
