March weather forecast
Paterson, NJ

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Weather in March

The advent of spring in March brings about a notable shift. Bidding farewell to February's winter cold, March ushers in relatively warmer temparatures. The transition offers a refreshing respite from the past months' frigid weather. Despite the warmer conditions, March still isn't as hot as April, holding a steady middle ground. On a detailed note, temperature degrees tend to fluctuate between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 46.4°F (8°C) accompanied by a decrease in snowfall to 2.8" (71mm).

Temperature

Paterson, New Jersey, perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Paterson, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Paterson, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Paterson, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.9 days and aggregates up to 10.04" (255mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Paterson, the average length of the day in March 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 7:20 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Paterson, 46.4°F (8°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Paterson, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically 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 in Paterson?

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.

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 6.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Paterson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from 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
Paterson, NJ

Average temperature in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Paterson, NJ

Average pressure in March - Paterson, 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
Paterson, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Paterson, NJ

Average humidity in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Paterson, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Paterson, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Paterson, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Paterson, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Paterson, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Paterson, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Paterson, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Paterson, NJ

Average UV index in March - Paterson, 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
Paterson, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Paterson, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Paterson, NJ

Average visibility in March - Paterson, 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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