March weather forecast
Plainfield, NJ

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Weather in March

With the arrival of March, there are signs of a weather shift as spring approaches Plainfield. The temperatures experience a significant rise, with the highest reaching 47.3°F (8.5°C) and the lowest at 32.9°F (0.5°C). This is also when the area receives the highest daylight hours, a significant jump from the previous months. Chances of snowfall begin to dwindle, making way for a wetter climate due to increased rainfall. Weather patterns start to show a transition from winter to spring conditions.

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in February to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). Plainfield registers a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during March.

Humidity

In Plainfield, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Plainfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Plainfield. March is the month with the most snowfall in Plainfield. Snow falls for 5 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Plainfield 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, in Plainfield, sunrise is at 6:41 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

The average sunshine in March in Plainfield 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plainfield in March?

During March, Plainfield experiences an average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plainfield?

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

How much does it rain in Plainfield in March?

In March, in Plainfield, New Jersey, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Plainfield?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Plainfield?

In Plainfield, New Jersey, during March, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Plainfield?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Plainfield?

On the first day of March in Plainfield, New Jersey, 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 7:21 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Plainfield, New Jersey, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainfield have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Plainfield?

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 intensity in March in Plainfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average temperature in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average pressure in March - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average humidity in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainfield, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average UV index in March - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Plainfield, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Plainfield, NJ

Average visibility in March - Plainfield, 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).

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