March is a very cold and rainy time for sunbathing in Ocean County, and not recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Ocean County for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Ocean County in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Ocean County in March is 11°. The average maximum temperature is 7° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average temperature in Ocean County in March is 5°. The average temperature ranges is 1° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Ocean County in March is -0°. The minimum temperature is -5° in the previous month and 5° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Ocean County in March are 11.9 and there are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Ocean County in March is typically 5.1 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Ocean County in March is 2.2° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
The average total rainfall in Ocean County in March is 65.3cm and on average there are 8.8 rainy days in March making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ocean County in March is 3° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -1° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Ocean County in March is typically 86%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.8% in the previous month and 89.1% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Ocean County in March is typically 64.3%. The average relative humidity is 65.5% in the previous month and 65.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Ocean County in March is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 27kmh in the previous month and 26kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Ocean County in March is typically 11kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Ocean County in March is from the North West.
