March weather forecast
Ridgefield, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ridgefield, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from an icy 39°F (3.9°C) in February to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Ridgefield, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.4 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are February, March and December, with an average 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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

In March, the average sunshine in Ridgefield is 6.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, Ridgefield experiences an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ridgefield?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall in Ridgefield are February, March and December, with an average 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows in Ridgefield?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Ridgefield. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Ridgefield aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgefield have in March?

In March, the average day length 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 in Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield have in March?

In Ridgefield, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In Ridgefield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average temperature in March - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average pressure in March - Ridgefield, 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, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Ridgefield, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 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, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ridgefield, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average UV index in March - Ridgefield, 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, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Ridgefield, NJ

Average visibility in March - Ridgefield, 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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