March weather forecastFairhaven, MA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Fairhaven, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).Temperature
Fairhaven measures an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in March, nearly consistent with the preceding month. In the month of March, the average temperature in Fairhaven dips to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) during the night.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Fairhaven are March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Fairhaven, Massachusetts, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.2 rainfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fairhaven, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.4 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Fairhaven, in March, the average water temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).Note: In swimming situations, this is a grave threat to life. The intense coldness of the water triggers extreme discomfort and rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to mitigate thermal damage.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March 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, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 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 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Fairhaven, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).
Average humidity in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average sea temperature in March: 38.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fairhaven, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Fairhaven, 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
Fairhaven, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Fairhaven, 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).
