March weather forecast
Morris Plains, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Morris Plains, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

March introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). The nights of March in Morris Plains anticipate an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In Morris Plains, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Morris Plains, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Morris Plains, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Morris Plains. March is the month with the most snowfall in Morris Plains. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Morris Plains, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 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 Morris Plains, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Morris Plains, New Jersey. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Morris Plains in March?

In Morris Plains, 46°F (7.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Morris Plains?

In Morris Plains, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Morris Plains in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Morris Plains?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Morris Plains. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Morris Plains?

In Morris Plains, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Morris Plains have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Morris Plains?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Morris Plains, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

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

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

In Morris Plains, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Morris Plains?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Morris Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average temperature in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average pressure in March - Morris Plains, 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
Morris Plains, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average humidity in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Morris Plains, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average UV index in March - Morris Plains, 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
Morris Plains, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Morris Plains, NJ

Average visibility in March - Morris Plains, NJ
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June and September (5mi).

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