March weather forecast
Hackensack, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Hackensack, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.8°F (8.2°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 39°F (3.9°C) in February to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Hackensack, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hackensack, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.4 days and aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hackensack, New Jersey, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
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 7:20 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Hackensack, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hackensack have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

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 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 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 many hours of sunshine does Hackensack have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average temperature in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average pressure in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Hackensack, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average humidity in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • 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
Hackensack, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average UV index in March - Hackensack, 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
Hackensack, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Hackensack, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Hackensack, NJ

Average visibility in March - Hackensack, 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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