March weather forecast
Salem, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Salem, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

Salem's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). In the month of March, Salem experiences an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Salem is 73%.

Rainfall

In Salem, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salem, New Jersey, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Salem. The month with the most snowfall in Salem is March, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Salem is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.4h.

UV index

In Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Salem in March?

The high-temperature in Salem, New Jersey, during March is 50.2°F (10.1°C) and the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Salem?

The average relative humidity in March in Salem is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Salem?

In Salem, New Jersey, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Salem?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Salem in March?

In Salem, in March, during 2.6 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Salem?

On the first day of March in Salem, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Salem, New Jersey, 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 Salem have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Salem?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Salem, New Jersey, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Salem, NJ

Average temperature in March - Salem, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Salem, NJ

Average pressure in March - Salem, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Salem, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Salem, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Salem, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, September and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Salem, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Salem, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Salem, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Salem, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Salem, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Salem, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Salem, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Salem, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salem, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Salem, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Salem, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Salem, NJ

Average UV index in March - Salem, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Salem, NJ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Salem, NJ

Average visibility in March - Salem, 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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