March weather forecast
Oak Ridge, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Oak Ridge, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

Oak Ridge's weather in March presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). In Oak Ridge, the expected average low-temperature for March is a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Oak Ridge, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oak Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oak Ridge, during March, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oak Ridge, 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, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:22 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 5.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oak Ridge in March?

The high-temperature during March is 45°F (7.2°C) and the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Oak Ridge, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oak Ridge have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

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 Oak Ridge, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:22 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the month 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 in Oak Ridge.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average temperature in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average pressure in March - Oak Ridge, 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
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Oak Ridge, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average humidity in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oak Ridge, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average UV index in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Oak Ridge, NJ

Average visibility in March - Oak Ridge, NJ
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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