March weather forecast
Pleasantville, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pleasantville, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Pleasantville observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Pleasantville, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Pleasantville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.6 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pleasantville, during the entire year, snow falls for 13 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Pleasantville, the average seawater temperature in March is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Taking a dip in 41.5°F (5.3°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Pleasantville, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:21 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

Pleasantville in March has an average high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the least humid month?

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Pleasantville, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March?

In Pleasantville, New Jersey, in March, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasantville have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Pleasantville?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Pleasantville, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average temperature in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average pressure in March - Pleasantville, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Pleasantville, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

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

Average rainfall days in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average sea temperature in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in March: 41.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (14.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average UV index in March - Pleasantville, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Pleasantville, 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 July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Pleasantville, NJ

Average visibility in March - Pleasantville, 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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