March weather forecast
Leicester, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Leicester, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

In Leicester, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C) in February to a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). March in Leicester, Massachusetts, generally records an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Leicester is 78%.

Rainfall

In Leicester, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Leicester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Leicester. In Leicester, in March, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Leicester, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Leicester, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 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 March, the average sunshine in Leicester is 5.7h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Leicester in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Leicester, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Leicester?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Leicester?

In Leicester, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Leicester in March?

In Leicester, in March, during 8.5 snowfall days, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Leicester have in March?

The average day length in March in Leicester, Massachusetts, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Leicester?

On the first day of March in Leicester, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Leicester, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Leicester have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Leicester, Massachusetts, is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Leicester?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Leicester?

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

Average temperature in March - Leicester, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Leicester, MA

Average pressure in March - Leicester, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Leicester, MA

Average wind speed in March - Leicester, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Leicester, MA

Average humidity in March - Leicester, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

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
Leicester, MA

Average rainfall in March - Leicester, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
Leicester, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Leicester, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Leicester, MA

Average snowfall in March - Leicester, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Leicester, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Leicester, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 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
Leicester, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Leicester, 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: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Leicester, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Leicester, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Leicester, MA

Average UV index in March - Leicester, 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
Leicester, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Leicester, 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 36).

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Average visibility in March
Leicester, MA

Average visibility in March - Leicester, 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).

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