March weather forecast
Ocean Grove, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Ocean Grove, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) in February to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Ocean Grove records a consistent low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ocean Grove is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ocean Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.1 days and collects up to 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Ocean Grove aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Ocean Grove, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.8°F (4.9°C).
Note: While swimming, this scenario is perilously cold, dangerous, and potentially fatal. Hypothermia is almost imminent without proper insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

In Ocean Grove, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Ocean Grove, New Jersey, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

Ocean Grove in March has an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Ocean Grove aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Ocean Grove 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 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:19 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 6.5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average temperature in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average pressure in March - Ocean Grove, 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
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average humidity in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average sea temperature in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.4°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ocean Grove, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average UV index in March - Ocean Grove, 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
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Ocean Grove, NJ

Average visibility in March - Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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