March weather forecast
Maplewood, NJ

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Weather in March

March signals the transition from winter to spring in Maplewood, with a perceptible warming trend. The third month of the year typically marks the end of the heavy snowfall period. Simultaneously, there is a noticeable increase in rainy days and daylight hours. Rising humidity levels suggest more moisture and warmer temperatures approaching.

Temperature

Maplewood's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) in February to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). Nightly temperatures in Maplewood drop to an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C) in March.

Humidity

In Maplewood, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Maplewood, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maplewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.3 days and collects up to 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Maplewood. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 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

The average sunshine in March in Maplewood 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 in Maplewood. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Maplewood?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Maplewood?

The average relative humidity in March in Maplewood, New Jersey, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Maplewood?

In Maplewood, New Jersey, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Maplewood?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Maplewood. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Maplewood?

In Maplewood, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Maplewood?

The average day length in March in Maplewood is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Maplewood?

On the first day of March in Maplewood, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

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

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 Maplewood have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Maplewood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Maplewood?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Maplewood, NJ

Average temperature in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average pressure in March - Maplewood, 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
Maplewood, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average humidity in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Maplewood, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average UV index in March - Maplewood, 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
Maplewood, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Maplewood, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Maplewood, NJ

Average visibility in March - Maplewood, 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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