March weather forecast
Plainsboro Center, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plainsboro Center, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In Plainsboro Center, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Plainsboro Center, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Plainsboro Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Plainsboro Center, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plainsboro Center in March?

The high-temperature during March is 48.6°F (9.2°C) and the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Plainsboro Center?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Plainsboro Center, in March, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Plainsboro Center, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

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

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 6.4h.

What are the months 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 reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average temperature in March - Plainsboro Center, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average pressure in March - Plainsboro Center, 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
Plainsboro Center, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average humidity in March - Plainsboro Center, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Plainsboro Center, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Plainsboro Center, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Plainsboro Center, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Plainsboro Center, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainsboro Center, 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 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Plainsboro Center, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average UV index in March - Plainsboro Center, 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
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Plainsboro Center, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Plainsboro Center, NJ

Average visibility in March - Plainsboro Center, 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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