March weather forecast
Hackettstown, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hackettstown, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cold 37.4°F (3°C) in February to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hackettstown, New Jersey, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.9 rainfall days, and 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hackettstown, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.7 snowfall days, and 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hackettstown in March?

In Hackettstown, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Hackettstown, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hackettstown, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hackettstown, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hackettstown have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in March
Hackettstown, NJ

Average pressure in March - Hackettstown, 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
Hackettstown, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Hackettstown, NJ

Average humidity in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Hackettstown, NJ

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Hackettstown, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hackettstown, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hackettstown, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hackettstown, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hackettstown, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Hackettstown, NJ

Average UV index in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Hackettstown, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Hackettstown, NJ

Average visibility in March - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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