March weather forecast
Ortley Beach, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ortley Beach, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.2°F (2.9°C) and max 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Ortley Beach notes an average high-temperature of a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in March, displaying minor variation from February. The nighttime temperature in March experiences a minor dip, averaging a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ortley Beach is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ortley Beach, in March, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ortley Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Ortley Beach. In Ortley Beach, in March, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Ortley Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.1 days and aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Ortley Beach, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:19 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 March, the average sunshine in Ortley Beach is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct 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. 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 Ortley Beach?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ortley Beach during March are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Ortley Beach?

In Ortley Beach, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ortley Beach?

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Ortley Beach?

In March, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ortley Beach?

In Ortley Beach, New Jersey, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ortley Beach?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ortley Beach?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ortley Beach, New Jersey.

How high is the UV index in March in Ortley Beach?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ortley Beach is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average temperature in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average pressure in March - Ortley Beach, 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
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average humidity in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ortley Beach, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average UV index in March - Ortley Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Ortley Beach, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Ortley Beach, NJ

Average visibility in March - Ortley Beach, 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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