March weather forecast
Braintree, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Braintree, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). During March, Braintree observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In Braintree, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Braintree, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Braintree, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Braintree are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Braintree, Massachusetts, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Braintree, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:09 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 in Braintree is 5.6h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Braintree in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Braintree, is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Braintree?

In Braintree, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Braintree?

In Braintree, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Braintree?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Braintree in March?

In Braintree, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Braintree have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Braintree?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:09 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Braintree is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Braintree?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Braintree?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Braintree is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Braintree, MA

Average temperature in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Braintree, MA

Average pressure in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Braintree, MA

Average wind speed in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Braintree, MA

Average humidity in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Braintree, MA

Average rainfall in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Braintree, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Braintree, MA

Average snowfall in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Braintree, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Braintree, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Braintree, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Braintree, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Braintree, MA

Average UV index in March - Braintree, 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
Braintree, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Braintree, 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 33).

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Average visibility in March
Braintree, MA

Average visibility in March - Braintree, MA
  • 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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