March weather forecast
Montclair, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Montclair, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in Montclair's average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). During March, the temperature is averaged to a low of 32.7°F (0.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Montclair, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.3 rainfall days, and 24.92" (633mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Montclair, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Montclair, the average sunshine in March 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 in Montclair. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Montclair in March?

The high-temperature during March is 46.4°F (8°C) and the low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Montclair, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Montclair?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Montclair have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Montclair, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Montclair, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Montclair, NJ

Average temperature in March - Montclair, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Montclair, NJ

Average pressure in March - Montclair, 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
Montclair, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Montclair, 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 (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Montclair, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Montclair, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Montclair, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Montclair, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Montclair, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Montclair, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Montclair, 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
Montclair, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Montclair, 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 daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Montclair, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Montclair, 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
Montclair, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Montclair, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Montclair, NJ

Average UV index in March - Montclair, 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
Montclair, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Montclair, NJ

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

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

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