March weather forecast
Clifton, NJ

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Weather in March

Transitioning from winter to spring, the weather in Clifton in March provides more moderate temperatures. With the arrival of spring, residents can witness a considerable rise in temperature and daylight as compared to the winter months. Predictably, the snowfall in the city diminishes, making room for increased rain. As illustrated by an average relative humidity of 74%, March doesn't bring any dramatic changes in terms of moisture. Consequently, the weather in March offers a balanced combination of the receding winter and the upcoming spring conditions.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Clifton experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). Throughout March nights, Clifton registers an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Clifton is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Clifton, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Clifton, there are 164.6 rainfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Clifton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Clifton is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Clifton, New Jersey, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Clifton?

In Clifton, in March, the average high-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Clifton?

The average relative humidity in March in Clifton, New Jersey, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Clifton?

In Clifton, New Jersey, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Clifton?

The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Clifton?

In Clifton, in March, during 5.6 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Clifton have in March?

In Clifton, New Jersey, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Clifton?

On the first day of March in Clifton, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Clifton, 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 Clifton?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Clifton, New Jersey, is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Clifton?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Clifton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Clifton, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clifton, NJ

Average temperature in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Clifton, NJ

Average pressure in March - Clifton, 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
Clifton, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Clifton, NJ

Average humidity in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Clifton, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
Clifton, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Clifton, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Clifton, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Clifton, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Clifton, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Clifton, NJ

Average UV index in March - Clifton, 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
Clifton, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Clifton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Clifton, NJ

Average visibility in March - Clifton, 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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