March weather forecastMorristown, NJ
March
Weather in March
March witnesses the beginning of a transitional weather period in Morristown. Humidity levels drop slightly from 80% in February to 76%. With increased sunshine and daylight hours, the city starts bidding farewell to the lengthy winter. Warmer temperatures start setting in, although mornings and nights can still hold a hint of winter chill. Rain replaces snow as the prevalent form of precipitation.Temperature
Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature in Morristown, New Jersey, shifts from February's wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). An average temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) marks the nights in Morristown in March.Humidity
In Morristown, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Morristown, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Morristown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Morristown. March is the month with the most snowfall in Morristown. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of snow.Daylight
In Morristown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.2h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Morristown, NJ
- Average high temperature in March: 46.4°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 (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.6°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).
Average pressure in March
Morristown, 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
Morristown, 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).
Average humidity in March
Morristown, NJ
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Morristown, NJ
- Average rainfall in March: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in March
Morristown, NJ
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Morristown, NJ
- Average snowfall in March: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Morristown, NJ
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Morristown, 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 12min
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).
Average sunshine days in March
Morristown, NJ
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Morristown, 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
Morristown, NJ
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Morristown, NJ
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
