Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Throughout March, Acton registers a consistent average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Acton is 76%.Rainfall
In Acton, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Acton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.3 days and collects up to 15.87" (403mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Acton, Massachusetts, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Acton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:10 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 5.7h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Acton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in March in Acton?
How much does it rain in Acton in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Acton?
How many hours of daylight does Acton have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Acton?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Acton?
How many hours of sunshine does Acton have in March?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Acton?
How high is the UV index in March in Acton?
Average temperature in March
Acton, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 43°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Acton, MA
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Acton, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Acton, MA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Acton, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in March
Acton, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Acton, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Acton, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Acton, MA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Acton, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Acton, MA
- 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Acton, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Acton, MA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).
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