March weather forecastNewark, DE
March
Weather in March
March marks the onset of spring, bringing with it a thawing of the landscape and the return of vibrant green foliage. Temperatures in this month rise to a high of 49.6°F (9.8°C). Ghosts of winter vacate scene as snowfall significantly declines in comparison to February, signaling an end to winter activities. While a slight chill remains in the mornings, the afternoons see locals and tourists soaking up the increasing sunshine. March solidifies its role as a transition month where the city sheds its winter coat to welcome spring's bloom.Temperature
Newark's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Newark averages to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Newark, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Newark, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 34.84" (885mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Newark, Delaware. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.Daylight
In Newark, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Newark, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
In Newark, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Newark, DE
- Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Newark, DE
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Newark, DE
- Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Newark, DE
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Newark, DE
- Average rainfall in March: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Newark, DE
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Newark, DE
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Newark, DE
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Newark, DE
- 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Newark, DE
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Newark, DE
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Newark, DE
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Newark, DE
- 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).
