March weather forecast
Belchertown, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Belchertown, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a cold 34°F (1.1°C) in February to a still icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). During March, Belchertown experiences an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Belchertown, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Belchertown, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Belchertown, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Belchertown, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 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 is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Belchertown during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Belchertown, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Belchertown?

In March, the average relative humidity in Belchertown is 78%.

How much does it rain in Belchertown in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Belchertown?

In March, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Belchertown?

On the first day of March in Belchertown, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Belchertown, Massachusetts, 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 Belchertown have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Belchertown?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Belchertown?

In Belchertown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Belchertown, MA

Average temperature in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Belchertown, MA

Average pressure in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Belchertown, MA

Average wind speed in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Belchertown, MA

Average humidity in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Belchertown, MA

Average rainfall in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Belchertown, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Belchertown, MA

Average snowfall in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Belchertown, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Belchertown, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Belchertown, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Belchertown, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and June (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Belchertown, MA

Average UV index in March - Belchertown, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Belchertown, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Belchertown, MA

Average visibility in March - Belchertown, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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