March weather forecastBasking Ridge, NJ
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Basking Ridge, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C).Temperature
March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Basking Ridge is 76%.Rainfall
In Basking Ridge, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.Daylight
In Basking Ridge, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, 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
In March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.UV index
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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 12min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
