March weather forecast
Avalon, NJ

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Weather in March

Signs of spring start to appear in March in Avalon, New Jersey. The increased daylight and a rise in temperature triggers the melting of snow, leading to a tad more rainfall, reaching 0.67" (17mm). The weather becomes somewhat erratic, with periods of sun punctuated by cloudy spells. Outdoor enthusiasts begin to venture out, taking advantage of the longer daylight hours. Keen observers of Avalon weather patterns will note that wind speeds start to drop in this month.

Temperature

The transition into March is marked with an average high-temperature of a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C), showing an insignificant shift from February's 41.9°F (5.5°C). Avalon's nighttime temperatures in March display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to an icy 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Avalon, New Jersey, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Avalon, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.7 rainfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Avalon. March is the last month it regularly snows in Avalon. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Avalon aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Avalon, New Jersey, the average seawater temperature in March is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Dipping in 41.5°F (5.3°C) at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

In Avalon, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Avalon, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Avalon in March?

During March, Avalon experiences an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Avalon?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Avalon?

In Avalon, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Avalon?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Avalon, New Jersey. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Avalon aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March in Avalon?

In Avalon, in March, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°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 Avalon?

In Avalon, New Jersey, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Avalon?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Avalon, New Jersey, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Avalon, New Jersey, 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 Avalon have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Avalon is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Avalon?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Avalon, NJ

Average temperature in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Avalon, NJ

Average pressure in March - Avalon, 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
Avalon, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Avalon, NJ

Average humidity in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

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Average rainfall in March
Avalon, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Avalon, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Avalon, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
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
Avalon, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Avalon, NJ

Average sea temperature in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in March: 41.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Avalon, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Avalon, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Avalon, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Avalon, NJ

Average UV index in March - Avalon, 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
Avalon, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Avalon, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Avalon, NJ

Average visibility in March - Avalon, 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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