March weather forecastMarion, MA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Marion, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C).Temperature
The shift to March signals an average high-temperature of a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C), subtly varied from February's 38.3°F (3.5°C). In Marion, the nocturnal temperatures throughout March show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still cold 33.6°F (0.9°C).Humidity
March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Marion, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Marion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Marion, in March, during 4 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Marion, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Marion, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.7°F (3.7°C).Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert 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 6:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.9h.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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Marion, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Marion, MA
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Marion, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 12.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Marion, 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 and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Marion, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").
Average rainfall days in March
Marion, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Marion, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Marion, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Marion, 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
Marion, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Marion, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Marion, 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
Marion, 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
Marion, 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).
