March weather forecast
Passaic, NJ

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Weather in March

March in Passaic, New Jersey, initiates a shift from winter cold to spring warmth. The difference is perceptible in temperatures that span from 33.1°F (0.6°C) to 46.6°F (8.1°C). The increasing daylight hours start reaching 12, offering residents a bit more time to enjoy the outdoors. The city's fields begin to thaw as winter loosens its hold, stirring the buds and blooms from their winter sleep. As nature rejuvenates, the city's dynamic vibe begins to recover its rhythm.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Passaic mildly increases in March, edging from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is experienced in Passaic.

Humidity

In Passaic, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Passaic, New Jersey, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Passaic, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Passaic, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
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 7:20 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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Passaic?

Passaic in March has an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Passaic?

In March, the average relative humidity in Passaic, New Jersey, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Passaic?

In March, in Passaic, New Jersey, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Passaic?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Passaic in March?

In Passaic, New Jersey, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Passaic?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Passaic?

On the first day of March in Passaic, 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 7:20 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Passaic, 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 Passaic have in March?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Passaic?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Passaic?

In Passaic, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Passaic, NJ

Average temperature in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°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 (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Passaic, NJ

Average pressure in March - Passaic, 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
Passaic, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Passaic, NJ

Average humidity in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Passaic, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Passaic, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Passaic, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Passaic, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 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
Passaic, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Passaic, 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: 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Passaic, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Passaic, NJ

Average UV index in March - Passaic, 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
Passaic, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Passaic, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Passaic, NJ

Average visibility in March - Passaic, 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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