March weather forecastMahwah, NJ
March
Weather in March
March marks the advent of spring in Mahwah, characterized by a dramatic increase in daily sunshine to 6.1 hours. Temperatures start to move away from the harsh winter cold, although layers are still necessary. More rainfall graces Mahwah in this month, creating slick conditions for residents. The peak comes from rainfall, which culminates at 2.05" (52mm) throughout 12.3 days, signaling the transition phase from winter to spring.Temperature
In Mahwah, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) in February to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Mahwah, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mahwah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mahwah, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Mahwah, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 10.98" (279mm) of 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 Mahwah, New Jersey, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mahwah. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. 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. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average high temperature in March: 46°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 (34.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average rainfall in March: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average snowfall in March: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average snowfall days in March: 6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mahwah, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Mahwah, 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
Mahwah, NJ
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Mahwah, NJ
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and May (5mi).
