March weather forecast
Mount Joy, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mount Joy, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Mount Joy notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). In Mount Joy, an average temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Joy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.4 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mount Joy, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Mount Joy, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Joy, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 6.3h.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Mount Joy, in March, the average high-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Mount Joy, New Jersey, during March, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Mount Joy, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Joy 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 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 many hours of sunshine does Mount Joy have in March?

In Mount Joy, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

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?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Joy is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Mount Joy, NJ

Average temperature in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average pressure in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average humidity in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

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

Average rainfall in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 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
Mount Joy, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Joy, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average UV index in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Mount Joy, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average visibility in March - Mount Joy, 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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