March weather forecastFitchburg, MA
March
Weather in March
March depicts the beginning of spring in Fitchburg, with warmth beginning to infiltrate the cool winter air. The city experiences an easing off the snowy regime, with an average snowfall reduced to 4.57" (116mm) over approximately 8.9 days. The frequency of snowstorms decreases, leading to improved conditions for travel. The city starts to bloom with the infusion of mild sunny days and gradually melting snow. On the whole, March signifies a thawing season which transitions winter into spring.Temperature
The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's cold 33.6°F (0.9°C) to a still wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout the March nights, Fitchburg encounters a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Fitchburg, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fitchburg, during March, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 23.7" (602mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Fitchburg is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:12 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 Fitchburg, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fitchburg, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.5°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 (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.8°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°F).
Average pressure in March
Fitchburg, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Fitchburg, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Fitchburg, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Fitchburg, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
Fitchburg, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fitchburg, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 4.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fitchburg, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fitchburg, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fitchburg, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Fitchburg, MA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Fitchburg, 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 35).
Average visibility in March
Fitchburg, 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).
