March weather forecast
Monument Beach, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Monument Beach, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 33.8°F (1°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Monument Beach records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of March, averaging a still wintry 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Monument Beach.

Rainfall

In Monument Beach, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.4 rainfall days, and 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monument Beach are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated snow.

Ocean temperature

In Monument Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.7°F (3.7°C).
Note: While swimming, this is identified as life-endangering and very dangerous. The water's freezing temperatures cause intense discomfort and induce rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Monument Beach, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:33 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 March, the average sunshine in Monument Beach is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Monument Beach are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Monument Beach during March?

In Monument Beach, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.8°F (1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What are the least humid months in Monument Beach?

March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Monument Beach.

What is the average humidity in March in Monument Beach?

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

How much does it rain in Monument Beach in March?

In Monument Beach, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Monument Beach?

The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Monument Beach?

In Monument Beach, Massachusetts, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Monument Beach?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does Monument Beach have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Monument Beach?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Monument Beach, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Monument Beach, Massachusetts, 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 Monument Beach have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Monument Beach, Massachusetts, is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Monument Beach?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Monument Beach?

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

Average temperature in March - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°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 (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average pressure in March - Monument Beach, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average wind speed in March - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average humidity in March - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average rainfall in March - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average snowfall in March - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.28"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average sea temperature in March - Monument Beach, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Monument Beach, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Monument Beach, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average UV index in March - Monument Beach, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Monument Beach, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Monument Beach, MA

Average visibility in March - Monument Beach, 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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