March weather forecast
Jersey City, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Jersey City, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Jersey City observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from February's cold 39.2°F (4°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Jersey City is 73%.

Rainfall

In Jersey City, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jersey City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.4 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Jersey City. March is the month with the most snowfall in Jersey City. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Jersey City, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.1°F (4.5°C).
Note: When swimming, this state is excessively cold, posing a lethal risk. Absent the protection of insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia is likely to occur immediately.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Jersey City, New Jersey, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Jersey City, 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.
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 Jersey City, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Jersey City. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Jersey City in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Jersey City, is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Jersey City?

The average relative humidity in March in Jersey City is 73%.

How much does it rain in Jersey City in March?

In Jersey City, New Jersey, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Jersey City?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Jersey City?

In March, in Jersey City, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in March in Jersey City?

In Jersey City, New Jersey, in March, the average water temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does Jersey City have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Jersey City?

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 Jersey City, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

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

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 Jersey City?

In Jersey City, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Jersey City?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Jersey City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Jersey City, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average temperature in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°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 (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average pressure in March - Jersey City, 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
Jersey City, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average humidity in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average sea temperature in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jersey City, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average UV index in March - Jersey City, 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
Jersey City, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Jersey City, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Jersey City, NJ

Average visibility in March - Jersey City, 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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