March weather forecast
Fortescue, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Fortescue, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Fortescue's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Fortescue averages to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Fortescue, New Jersey, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fortescue, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.2 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Fortescue, New Jersey. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Fortescue aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Fortescue is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Fortescue, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Fortescue?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Fortescue, is 49.5°F (9.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fortescue?

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

How much does it rain in Fortescue in March?

In Fortescue, New Jersey, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fortescue?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Fortescue. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Fortescue aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fortescue?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fortescue?

On the first day of March in Fortescue, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.

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

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

In Fortescue, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Fortescue?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average temperature in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average pressure in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Fortescue, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fortescue, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fortescue, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average UV index in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Fortescue, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Fortescue, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Fortescue, NJ

Average visibility in March - Fortescue, 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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