March weather forecast
Rio Grande, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Rio Grande, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

Rio Grande registers an average high-temperature of a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) at the commencement of March, closely related to the preceding month. Night temperatures during March experience a slight downturn, averaging a cold 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rio Grande, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rio Grande, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Rio Grande. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Rio Grande aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Rio Grande, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 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 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rio Grande in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rio Grande, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Rio Grande aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rio Grande have in March?

In Rio Grande, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Rio Grande have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

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 medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average temperature in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average pressure in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average humidity in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rio Grande, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average UV index in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Rio Grande, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Rio Grande, NJ

Average visibility in March - Rio Grande, 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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