March weather forecast
Ship Bottom, NJ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Ship Bottom, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average high of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

As February turns into March, the average high-temperatures rest at a frosty 46°F (7.8°C), showing a minor variation from the prior month. In Ship Bottom, nights during March observe an average temperature decrease to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ship Bottom, New Jersey, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ship Bottom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ship Bottom are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Ship Bottom aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ship Bottom, there are 10.7 snowfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Ship Bottom, in March, the average water temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: If planning to swim in 41.2°F (5.1°C) under 50°F (10°C), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 55.4°F (13°C) is not much warmer.

Daylight

In Ship Bottom, New Jersey, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Ship Bottom, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Ship Bottom?

The high-temperature, in March, in Ship Bottom, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ship Bottom?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Ship Bottom?

In Ship Bottom, New Jersey, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Ship Bottom?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Ship Bottom, New Jersey. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Ship Bottom aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Ship Bottom?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). Swimming in 41.2°F (5.1°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ship Bottom?

The average day length in March in Ship Bottom is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ship Bottom?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Ship Bottom have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Ship Bottom is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Ship Bottom?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average temperature in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average pressure in March - Ship Bottom, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Ship Bottom, 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 August (9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average humidity in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average sea temperature in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in March: 41.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average UV index in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Ship Bottom, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Ship Bottom, NJ

Average visibility in March - Ship Bottom, 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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