March weather forecastClifton, NJ
March
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
March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). During the month of March, Clifton's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity 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, 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
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 Clifton, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
