March weather forecastRiverdale, NJ
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Riverdale, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).Temperature
The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Riverdale, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In March, in Riverdale, New Jersey, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.1 rainfall days, and 8.31" (211mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April and December are months with snowfall. In Riverdale, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Riverdale, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, New Jersey, the average sunshine in March 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average high temperature in March: 46.2°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 (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).
Average pressure in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average rainfall in March: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average snowfall in March: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Riverdale, NJ
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (15.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Riverdale, 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
Riverdale, 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 August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Riverdale, 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).
