March weather forecast
Mount Joy, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mount Joy, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Mount Joy's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). An average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Mount Joy during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mount Joy, New Jersey, in March, during 9.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mount Joy, there are 124.4 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Joy are January through April, November and December. In Mount Joy, in March, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mount Joy, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mount Joy is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Mount Joy, New Jersey, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mount Joy. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Mount Joy?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mount Joy?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mount Joy?

In Mount Joy, in March, during 9.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Mount Joy?

In Mount Joy, New Jersey, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Joy have in March?

In Mount Joy, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mount Joy?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Mount Joy, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Mount Joy, 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 Mount Joy?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mount Joy is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Joy?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Mount Joy?

In Mount Joy, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average temperature in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°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 (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average pressure in March - Mount Joy, 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
Mount Joy, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average humidity in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Mount Joy, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average UV index in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Mount Joy, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Mount Joy, NJ

Average visibility in March - Mount Joy, NJ
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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