March weather forecast
Port Reading, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Port Reading, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's wintry 39.2°F (4°C) to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Port Reading, in March, during 9 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Port Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.2 days and collects up to 8.9" (226mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Port Reading, in March, the average water temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).
Note: In the event of swimming, this state is extremely frigid, dangerous, and poses a significant risk to life. Hypothermia swiftly ensues without suitable insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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 7:21 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

In Port Reading, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, in Port Reading, the average high-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Port Reading?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Port Reading, in March, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March?

In Port Reading, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.1°F (4.5°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in March in Port Reading?

In Port Reading, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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 7:21 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 many hours of sunshine does Port Reading have in March?

In Port Reading, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the month 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 in Port Reading.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Port Reading is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average temperature in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average pressure in March - Port Reading, 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
Port Reading, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average humidity in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average sea temperature in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in March: 40.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Reading, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average UV index in March - Port Reading, 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
Port Reading, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Port Reading, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average visibility in March - Port Reading, 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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