March weather forecast
Island Heights, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Island Heights, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.1°F (8.4°C) and min 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). The average temperature in Island Heights drops to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Island Heights, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Island Heights, New Jersey, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Island Heights aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Island Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Island Heights, 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 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Island Heights, in March, the average high-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the least humid month?

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 Island Heights, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, 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 7:20 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Island Heights, NJ

Average temperature in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average pressure in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average humidity in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Island Heights, 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 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average UV index in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Island Heights, 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
Island Heights, NJ

Average visibility in March - Island Heights, 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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