March weather forecast
South Plainfield, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Plainfield, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.3°F (8.5°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a wintry 39.2°F (4°C) in February to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). In South Plainfield, the March nights cool down to an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Plainfield, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in South 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.

Daylight

In South Plainfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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.
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 South Plainfield, the average sunshine in March 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in South Plainfield?

The high-temperature, in March, in South Plainfield, records 47.3°F (8.5°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Plainfield?

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

How much does it rain in South Plainfield in March?

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

What is the snowiest month in South Plainfield?

March is the month with the most snowfall in South Plainfield, New Jersey. Snow falls for 5 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in South Plainfield in March?

In South Plainfield, New Jersey, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in South Plainfield, New Jersey, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in South Plainfield?

On the first day of March in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield?

In South Plainfield, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Plainfield?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Plainfield, New Jersey.

How high is the UV index in March in South Plainfield?

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

Average temperature in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average pressure in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average wind speed in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average humidity in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

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

Average sunshine days in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average UV index in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - South 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
South Plainfield, NJ

Average visibility in March - South 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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