March weather forecast
Medford, MA

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Weather in March

The arrival of March in Medford, Massachusetts signals the onset of warmer temperatures and increased rainfall. In comparison to February, the temperature varies considerably, ushering in a Spring atmosphere with a high of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Consequently, precipitation evolves from snowflakes to rain droplets, encompassing a larger span across the days of the month. Anticipation builds for the more formidable change of weather from March to April, with clear rainfall being seen in place of snow.

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Medford's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Medford, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Medford, during March, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Medford, there are 45.2 rainfall days, and 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Medford, Massachusetts, are January through March, May, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Medford, Massachusetts. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Medford aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Medford, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 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 Medford, Massachusetts, 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 in Medford. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Medford?

Medford in March has an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Medford?

In March, the average relative humidity in Medford, Massachusetts, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Medford in March?

In Medford, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Medford?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Medford. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Medford aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Medford?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Medford?

On the first day of March in Medford, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm EDT.

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

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 Medford?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Medford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Medford?

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

Average temperature in March - Medford, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Medford, MA

Average pressure in March - Medford, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Medford, MA

Average wind speed in March - Medford, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Medford, MA

Average humidity in March - Medford, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Medford, MA

Average rainfall in March - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in March
Medford, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Medford, MA

Average snowfall in March - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Medford, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Medford, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Medford, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Medford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (22.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Medford, MA

Average UV index in March - Medford, 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
Medford, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Medford, 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 32).

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Average visibility in March
Medford, MA

Average visibility in March - Medford, 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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