March weather forecast
Cape May, NJ

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The superior design on the city of Cape May, New Jersey, with deep road veins and city buildings near the vast, blue sea in a far view
The superior design on the city of Cape May, New Jersey, with deep road veins and city buildings near the vast, blue sea in a far view

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

Cape May commences March with an average high-temperature of a chilly 46°F (7.8°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. March nights reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Cape May, New Jersey, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cape May, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Cape May, New Jersey. 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

The months with the coldest seawater in Cape May, New Jersey, are February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).
Note: You can swim in 42.8°F (6°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Cape May, 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 Cape May, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Cape May?

During March, Cape May experiences an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cape May?

In Cape May, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cape May in March?

In Cape May, New Jersey, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cape May?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Cape May. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Cape May aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest in Cape May?

The months with the coldest seawater in Cape May, New Jersey, are February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the water temperature in March in Cape May?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Cape May is 42.8°F (6°C). Swimming in 42.8°F (6°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cape May?

The average day length in March in Cape May is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Cape May?

On the first day of March in Cape May, 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.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Cape May?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cape May, New Jersey, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape May have in March?

In Cape May, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cape May?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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March
Apr
Average high temperature
41.4°F 5.2°C
46°F 7.8°C
55°F 12.8°C
Average low temperature
33.6°F 0.9°C
39°F 3.9°C
47.8°F 8.8°C
Average pressure
30.06" 764mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
30" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
13.1mph 21.1km/h
12.9mph 20.8km/h
12.8mph 20.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
13.9mph 22.4km/h
13.7mph 22km/h
13.8mph 22.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
21.2mph 34.1km/h
21.2mph 34.1km/h
22.4mph 36km/h
Average humidity
76%
76%
77%
Average rainfall
2.48" 63mm
3.19" 81mm
2.52" 64mm
Average rainfall days
9.5
14.8
14
Average snowfall
0.63" 16mm
0.75" 19mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
2.5
1.9
0
Average sea temperature
43°F 6.1°C
43°F 6.1°C
48°F 8.9°C
Average daylight
10h 5min
12h 0min
13h 1min
Average sunshine
4h 5min
6h 4min
8h 5min
Average sunshine days
15.9
13.8
15.3
Average UV index
2
3
4
Average cloud cover
46%
45%
40%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average pressure in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average humidity in March
Cape May, NJ

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cape May, NJ

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Cape May, NJ

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average sea temperature in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cape May, NJ

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average UV index in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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Average visibility in March
Cape May, NJ

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).

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