March weather forecast
Ridgefield Park, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ridgefield Park, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

As Ridgefield Park transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 39°F (3.9°C) in February to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). March brings Ridgefield Park a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Ridgefield Park, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ridgefield Park, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Ridgefield Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.4 days and aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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 6.3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ridgefield Park are 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Ridgefield Park, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgefield Park have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

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 Ridgefield Park.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average temperature in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°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 (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average pressure in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average humidity in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 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
Ridgefield Park, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average UV index in March - Ridgefield Park, 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
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Average visibility in March - Ridgefield Park, 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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