Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The arrival of March marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) from February's 36.1°F (2.3°C). March in Gloucester sees a slight dip to an average low temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) from the daytime highs.Humidity
In Gloucester, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Gloucester, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gloucester, Massachusetts, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Gloucester. In Gloucester, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Gloucester, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.4 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: In the practice of swimming, this situation poses immediate risks to life. Losing control over breathing is immediate, thereby making clear thinking near impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to restrict thermal loss.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Gloucester is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Gloucester, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:07 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 Gloucester, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Gloucester are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Gloucester in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Gloucester?
How many days does it rain in March in Gloucester?
How much does it snow in Gloucester in March?
What is the month with the coldest ocean in Gloucester?
What is the water temperature in March in Gloucester?
How many hours of daylight does Gloucester have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gloucester?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Gloucester?
How long on average sun shines in March in Gloucester?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gloucester?
What is the UV index reading in March in Gloucester?
Average temperature in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 14mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average sea temperature in March: 38.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gloucester, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Gloucester, MA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Gloucester, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Gloucester, 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).
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