March weather forecast
Forked River, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Forked River, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). In the month of March, Forked River records a consistent average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Forked River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.4 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.4 snowfall days, in March, Forked River aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Forked River, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Forked River, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Forked River, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Forked River, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Forked River, is 47.1°F (8.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What are the least humid months?

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Forked River, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.4 snowfall days, in March, Forked River aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Forked River have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Forked River, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Forked River, NJ

Average temperature in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Forked River, NJ

Average pressure in March - Forked River, 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
Forked River, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Forked River, NJ

Average humidity in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Forked River, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Forked River, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Forked River, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Forked River, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Forked River, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Forked River, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Forked River, NJ

Average UV index in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Forked River, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Forked River, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Forked River, NJ

Average visibility in March - Forked River, 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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