March weather forecast
Port Reading, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Port Reading, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

Port Reading's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 39.2°F (4°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). In March, the average low-temperature in Port Reading records at a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Port Reading, there are 110.2 rainfall days, and 8.9" (226mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Port Reading, the average seawater temperature in March is 40.1°F (4.5°C).
Note: During swimming, this circumstance is both life-threatening and incredibly perilous. The intense cold sensation provokes rapid hyperventilation. The use of a specialized swimsuit is imperative to prevent thermal injuries.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Port Reading 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, in Port Reading, 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 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Port Reading 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: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Port Reading in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Port Reading, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Port Reading?

In Port Reading, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Port Reading in March?

In Port Reading, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Port Reading?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Port Reading. Snow falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Port Reading in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in March in Port Reading?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Port Reading is 40.1°F (4.5°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in March in Port Reading?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Port Reading?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Port Reading?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Port Reading?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Port Reading?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Port Reading, New Jersey, 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
Port Reading, NJ

Average temperature in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average pressure in March - Port Reading, 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
Port Reading, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average humidity in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average sea temperature in March - Port Reading, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Reading, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average UV index in March - Port Reading, 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
Port Reading, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Port Reading, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Port Reading, NJ

Average visibility in March - Port Reading, 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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