March weather forecastPerth Amboy, NJ
March
Weather in March
As winter departs, Perth Amboy, New Jersey, enters the brisk season of March. Winter weather gradually gives way to milder temperatures, with the city experiencing an average high temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low of 34.7°F (1.5°C). The snowfall rates start to decrease, often trailing off into more instances of rain than snow. With spring approaching, the days begin to stretch out a bit longer. Despite the cooler temperatures still prevalent, March marks an end to winter and signals the arrival of spring.Temperature
With the onset of March, Perth Amboy's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in March.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are March, April, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Perth Amboy, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Perth Amboy. Snow falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Perth Amboy, in March, the average water temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).Note: While swimming, this is deemed life-threatening and exceptionally hazardous. The icy water induces intense pain and causes swift hyperventilation. Employing a specialized swimsuit is required to offset thermal harm.
Daylight
In Perth Amboy, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 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 is 6.3h.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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Perth Amboy, 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
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, August and November (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average rainfall in March: 2.76"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average snowfall in March: 3.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average sea temperature in March: 40.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Perth Amboy, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Perth Amboy, 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
Perth Amboy, NJ
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Perth Amboy, 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).
