March weather forecast
Ship Bottom, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ship Bottom, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March notes an average high-temperature of a chilly 46°F (7.8°C), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) is witnessed throughout the month of March in Ship Bottom, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ship Bottom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Ship Bottom aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.7 snowfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Ship Bottom, the average seawater temperature in March is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 41.2°F (5.1°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 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 Ship Bottom, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ship Bottom in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 46°F (7.8°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ship Bottom, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Ship Bottom, New Jersey. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Ship Bottom aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Ship Bottom?

In Ship Bottom, the average seawater temperature in March is 41.2°F (5.1°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Ship Bottom have in March?

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 6:28 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 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 many hours of sunshine does Ship Bottom have in March?

In Ship Bottom, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average temperature in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average pressure in March - Ship Bottom, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Ship Bottom, 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 August (9mph).

Average humidity in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average humidity in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average sea temperature in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in March: 41.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ship Bottom, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average UV index in March - Ship Bottom, 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
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

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

Average visibility in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average visibility in March - Ship Bottom, 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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