March weather forecastTrenton, NJ
March
Weather in March
March marks the onset of spring in Trenton, and the city sees a significant uptick in temperature. It becomes noticeably warmer with the average high temperature increasing to 48.7°F (9.3°C). Snowfall is less frequent, totaling just 2.72in for the month. Avid sports fans celebrate the return of baseball season, eager to make the most of the increased daylight, now totaling 12 hours. The weather in March promises the end of winter and the anticipation of brighter, longer days.Temperature
Trenton experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in February to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature dips to an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Trenton, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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 is 6.4h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Trenton, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average rainfall in March: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average snowfall in March: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Trenton, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Trenton, NJ
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Trenton, 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 32).
Average visibility in March
Trenton, 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).
