March weather forecastCape May, NJ
March
Weather in March
May, New Jersey, USA - Weather March' itemprop='relatedLink'>March is a month of transition in Cape May, as subtle signs of the changing season become noticeable. With further increase in temperature from February, March moves away from the frigid grip of winter. An increase in daylight hours is noticed, promoting brighter and longer days. Despite being a spring month, rainfalls become more frequent, surpassing the levels recorded in February. Looking forward to April, the palpable signs of Spring become more pronounced.Temperature
With the onset of March, a modest change to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) from February's 41.4°F (5.2°C) is noted in high-temperature. During the nights of March, Cape May maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 39°F (3.9°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Cape May, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cape May, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Cape May aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: While a brief time in 42.8°F (6°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 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 in Cape May is 6.7h.UV index
In Cape May, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average high temperature in March: 46°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 39°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average wind speed in March: 12.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average rainfall in March: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average snowfall in March: 0.75"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average sea temperature in March: 43°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (43°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cape May, NJ
- 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average UV index in March: 3
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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Cape May, NJ
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Cape May, 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).
