March weather forecast
Oakland, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oakland, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Oakland notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). During March, Oakland's temperature averages to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Oakland, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, New Jersey, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.6 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Oakland is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Oakland. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Oakland?

The high-temperature during March is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length 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 5:48 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the month 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 reading in March in Oakland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Oakland, NJ

Average temperature in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Oakland, NJ

Average pressure in March - Oakland, 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
Oakland, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Oakland, NJ

Average humidity in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Oakland, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Oakland, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oakland, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oakland, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is 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
Oakland, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oakland, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oakland, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Oakland, NJ

Average UV index in March - Oakland, 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
Oakland, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Oakland, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Oakland, NJ

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

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

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