March weather forecast
Summit, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Summit, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). In Summit, the average nighttime temperature during March is a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Summit is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Summit, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Summit, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 46.4°F (8°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Summit, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Summit, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Summit have in March?

In Summit, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Summit?

On the first day of March in Summit, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Summit, 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Summit, NJ

Average temperature in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Summit, NJ

Average pressure in March - Summit, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Summit, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Summit, NJ

Average humidity in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Summit, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Summit, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Summit, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Summit, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Summit, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Summit, NJ

Average UV index in March - Summit, 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
Summit, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Summit, NJ

Average visibility in March - Summit, NJ
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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