March weather forecast
Union City, NJ

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Weather in March

March makes its presence felt in Union City as the season slowly moves towards spring, offering respite from the recurring bouts of snow experienced in February, and limit them to 3.86" (98mm). The city begins the process of shrugging off its winter cloak, paving the way for brighter, longer days. The month displays a milder disposition, with warming temperatures inviting early blooming flora. Residents usually welcome the growing sunlight hours that hint at the forthcoming spring season. However, despite the thawing weather, March can sometimes surprise with a sudden cold snap or a stray flurry.

Temperature

Union City's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's icy 39°F (3.9°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Union City, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature during March is 46.4°F (8°C) and the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Union City, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Union City is March, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Union City, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Union City have in March?

The average day length in March 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, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Union City is 6.3h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Union City, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°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
Union City, NJ

Average pressure in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Union City, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Union City, NJ

Average humidity in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

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

Average rainfall in March
Union City, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Union City, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Union City, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Union City, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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
Union City, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Union City, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Union City, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Union City, NJ

Average UV index in March - Union City, 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
Union City, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Union City, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Union City, NJ

Average visibility in March - Union City, 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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