March weather forecast
Florence, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Florence, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a still cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In Florence, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Florence, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Florence, Massachusetts, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Florence, Massachusetts, are January through May, November and December. In Florence, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.6 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Florence, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Florence, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 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 March, the average sunshine in Florence is 6.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Florence in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Florence, is 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Florence?

In March, the average relative humidity in Florence is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Florence?

In Florence, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Florence in March?

In Florence, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Florence have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Florence?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 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 Florence?

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

In Florence, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Florence?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Florence is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Florence, MA

Average temperature in March - Florence, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in March
Florence, MA

Average pressure in March - Florence, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Florence, MA

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

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

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Average humidity in March
Florence, MA

Average humidity in March - Florence, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Florence, MA

Average rainfall in March - Florence, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in March
Florence, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Florence, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Florence, MA

Average snowfall in March - Florence, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Florence, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Florence, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Florence, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Florence, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Florence, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Florence, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Florence, MA

Average UV index in March - Florence, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Florence, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Florence, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

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

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Average visibility in March
Florence, MA

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

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

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