March weather forecast
North Plainfield, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in North Plainfield, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 39.2°F (4°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is expected in North Plainfield during March.

Humidity

In North Plainfield, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In North Plainfield, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North Plainfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in North Plainfield, New Jersey, are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in North Plainfield. Snow falls for 5 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Plainfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, in North Plainfield, 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

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 North Plainfield. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in North Plainfield?

In North Plainfield, in March, the average high-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in North Plainfield?

The average relative humidity in March in North Plainfield, New Jersey, is 75%.

How much does it rain in North Plainfield in March?

In North Plainfield, New Jersey, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in North Plainfield?

March is the month with the most snowfall in North Plainfield, New Jersey. Snow falls for 5 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in North Plainfield?

In March, in North Plainfield, New Jersey, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in North Plainfield?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in North Plainfield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in North Plainfield, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in North Plainfield?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in North Plainfield, New Jersey, 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 North Plainfield have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in North Plainfield is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Plainfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in North Plainfield?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in North Plainfield, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average temperature in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.3°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 (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average pressure in March - North Plainfield, 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
North Plainfield, NJ

Average wind speed in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average humidity in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

Average rainfall in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Plainfield, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average UV index in March - North Plainfield, 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
North Plainfield, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
North Plainfield, NJ

Average visibility in March - North Plainfield, 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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