March weather forecast
Basking Ridge, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Basking Ridge, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is witnessed in Basking Ridge during March.

Humidity

In Basking Ridge, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Basking Ridge, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. The month with the most snowfall in Basking Ridge is March, when snow falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Basking Ridge, 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 7:22 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 in Basking Ridge 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 in Basking Ridge. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Basking Ridge in March?

The high-temperature in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, during March is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Basking Ridge?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Basking Ridge?

In Basking Ridge, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Basking Ridge?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Basking Ridge?

In Basking Ridge, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Basking Ridge?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Basking Ridge?

In March, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Basking Ridge is 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Basking Ridge?

The months with the lowest UV index in Basking Ridge are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Basking Ridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Basking Ridge is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average temperature in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°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 (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average pressure in March - Basking Ridge, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

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

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

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Average humidity in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average humidity in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Basking Ridge, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average UV index in March - Basking Ridge, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average visibility in March - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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