March weather forecast
Cheshire, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cheshire, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C). During March, the temperature in Cheshire is averaged to a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Cheshire is 82%.

Rainfall

In Cheshire, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 24.53" (623mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cheshire. In Cheshire, in March, during 13.8 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cheshire, there are 77.5 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Cheshire, Massachusetts, is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Cheshire?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Cheshire, is 38.1°F (3.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cheshire?

In Cheshire, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cheshire?

In Cheshire, Massachusetts, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Cheshire?

In Cheshire, Massachusetts, in March, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cheshire have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Cheshire?

On the first day of March in Cheshire, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cheshire, Massachusetts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Cheshire?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Cheshire?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Cheshire, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cheshire, MA

Average temperature in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cheshire, MA

Average pressure in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cheshire, MA

Average wind speed in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cheshire, MA

Average humidity in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cheshire, MA

Average rainfall in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cheshire, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cheshire, MA

Average snowfall in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cheshire, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.7 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
Cheshire, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cheshire, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cheshire, MA

Average UV index in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cheshire, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Cheshire, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Cheshire, MA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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