March weather forecast
Metuchen, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Metuchen, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

Metuchen's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) in February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). During the nights in March, Metuchen observes an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In Metuchen, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Metuchen, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Metuchen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Metuchen, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 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 6.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Metuchen in March?

The high-temperature in Metuchen during March is 47.5°F (8.6°C) and the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Metuchen, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Metuchen have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 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 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°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 (25°F).

Average pressure in March
Metuchen, NJ

Average pressure in March - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Metuchen, NJ

Average humidity in March - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Metuchen, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Metuchen, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Metuchen, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Metuchen, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Metuchen, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Metuchen, NJ

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Metuchen, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Metuchen, NJ

Average visibility in March - Metuchen, 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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