March weather forecast
Branchport, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Branchport, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Branchport's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In Branchport, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Branchport, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Branchport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.1 days and collects up to 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Branchport aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Branchport, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Branchport, New Jersey, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Branchport, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Branchport. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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 Branchport?

March temperatures in Branchport vary between a high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Branchport?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Branchport in March?

In Branchport, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Branchport?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Branchport aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Branchport have in March?

The average day length in March in Branchport, New Jersey, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Branchport?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Branchport, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Branchport, 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 Branchport?

In Branchport, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Branchport?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Branchport?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Branchport is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Branchport, NJ

Average temperature in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Branchport, NJ

Average pressure in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Branchport, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Branchport, NJ

Average humidity in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Branchport, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Branchport, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Branchport, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Branchport, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Branchport, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Branchport, NJ
  • 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 24min).

  • 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
Branchport, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Branchport, NJ

Average UV index in March - Branchport, NJ
  • 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
Branchport, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Branchport, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Branchport, NJ

Average visibility in March - Branchport, NJ
  • 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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