March weather forecast
Chicopee, MA

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Weather in March

March witnesses a marked transition in Chicopee's weather as the city starts to thaw from the winter freeze. The month averages 5.2 days of rainfall, an increase from the snow-dominated precipitation of the earlier months. Average temperatures start to rise, reaching a high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Days become significantly longer as Chicopee enjoys an average of 12 hours of daylight. With the advent of spring, the weather becomes increasingly unpredictable, preparing the city for its next seasonal phase.

Temperature

March introduces a marginal temperature uplift in Chicopee, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's cold 34°F (1.1°C) to a still wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). During March, Chicopee's temperature averages to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Chicopee, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.4 rainfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chicopee are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall in Chicopee are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Chicopee, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Chicopee, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Chicopee in March?

March temperatures in Chicopee, Massachusetts, vary between a high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chicopee?

In Chicopee, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Chicopee?

In Chicopee, Massachusetts, in March, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Chicopee?

The months with the most snowfall in Chicopee, Massachusetts, are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Chicopee in March?

In Chicopee, Massachusetts, during March, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chicopee?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Chicopee, Massachusetts, is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chicopee?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Chicopee?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chicopee, MA

Average temperature in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chicopee, MA

Average pressure in March - Chicopee, 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
Chicopee, MA

Average wind speed in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Chicopee, MA

Average humidity in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Chicopee, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chicopee, 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: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chicopee, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chicopee, MA

Average UV index in March - Chicopee, 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
Chicopee, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Chicopee, MA

Average visibility in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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