March weather forecast
Raritan, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Raritan, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in February to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). An average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) marks the nights in Raritan throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Raritan, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Raritan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Raritan is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Raritan, sunrise is at 6:31 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Raritan, New Jersey. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Raritan?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Raritan, is 47.7°F (8.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Raritan?

In March, the average relative humidity in Raritan, New Jersey, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Raritan?

In Raritan, New Jersey, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Raritan?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Raritan. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Raritan in March?

In Raritan, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Raritan have in March?

In March, the average day length in Raritan, New Jersey, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Raritan?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Raritan, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Raritan, 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 Raritan?

In Raritan, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Raritan?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Raritan?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Raritan, NJ

Average temperature in March - Raritan, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Raritan, NJ

Average pressure in March - Raritan, 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
Raritan, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Raritan, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Raritan, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Raritan, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Raritan, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Raritan, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Raritan, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Raritan, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Raritan, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Raritan, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Raritan, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Raritan, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Raritan, 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 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
Raritan, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Raritan, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Raritan, NJ

Average UV index in March - Raritan, 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
Raritan, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Raritan, NJ

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

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

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