March weather forecast
New Jersey, USA

March in New Jersey marks the beginning of a transition from winter to spring, characterized by gradually rising temperatures and a decrease in snowfall. However, the climate continues to vary across the state due to its diverse geographical zones.

In the northern highlands, minimum temperatures may reach 24°F (-4.4°C), while in the southern coastal areas, they may be around 35°F (1.7°C). Maximum temperatures typically range from 44°F (6.7°C) in the north to 53°F (11.7°C) in the central and southern regions.

The snowfall in March is considerably less than in the preceding winter months, with totals ranging from 6" (152mm) in the south to 30" (762mm) in the northern parts. As spring approaches, precipitation in the form of rain becomes more common, especially in the southern and coastal regions.

Cities like Newark and Jersey City start to experience slightly milder weather, while coastal areas may have more noticeable warming effects due to the maritime influence. In contrast, the northern valleys might still face frost in March.

Compared to February, March shows a continued progression towards warmer weather, though occasional cold fronts and frost can still occur, especially in the northern regions. The shifting weather patterns of March are indicative of the seasonal change that is underway, moving from the cold and snow-filled winter towards the more temperate and refreshing climate of spring.

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• Newark - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Newark, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. In Newark, New Jersey, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Jersey City - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Jersey City, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. The month with the most snowfall in Jersey City is March, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.
• Paterson - March »
  In Paterson in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Paterson, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Elizabeth - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Elizabeth, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. In Elizabeth, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.
• Edison - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Edison and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. The month with the most snowfall in Edison is March, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.
• Toms River - March »
  During 2.4 snowfall days, in March, Toms River aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Toms River.
• Trenton - March »
  The month with the most snowfall in Trenton, New Jersey, is March, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Trenton during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.
• Clifton - March »
  January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Clifton, New Jersey. The months with the most snowfall in Clifton are February and March, with an average 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated snow.
• Camden - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Camden, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. In Camden, in March, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Cherry Hill - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cherry Hill, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. In Cherry Hill, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.
• Passaic - March »
  The month with the most snowfall in Passaic is March, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In Passaic, New Jersey, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.