March weather forecast
Phillipsburg, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Phillipsburg, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout March, Phillipsburg experiences a low-temperature average of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Phillipsburg is 78%.

Rainfall

In Phillipsburg, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Phillipsburg, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.5 days and collects up to 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Phillipsburg is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 in Phillipsburg is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Phillipsburg 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates 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. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Phillipsburg in March?

In Phillipsburg, 45.9°F (7.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Phillipsburg?

The average relative humidity in March in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Phillipsburg in March?

In Phillipsburg, New Jersey, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Phillipsburg?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Phillipsburg?

In Phillipsburg, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Phillipsburg have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Phillipsburg?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Phillipsburg, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

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

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 Phillipsburg?

In Phillipsburg, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Phillipsburg?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Phillipsburg?

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

Average temperature in March - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average pressure in March - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Phillipsburg, 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 (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average humidity in March - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Phillipsburg, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average UV index in March - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

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

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