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 onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). During March, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) at night.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Nahant, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Nahant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Nahant, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nahant, there are 29.9 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
The months with the coldest seawater in Nahant are February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Note: During swimming activities, this is a serious life-threatening hazard. Rapid loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive abilities. A specialized swimsuit is essential to limit thermal wastage.
Daylight
In Nahant, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 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
The average sunshine in March is 5.6h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Nahant during March?
What is the average humidity in March in Nahant?
How many days does it rain in March in Nahant?
How many days does it snow in March in Nahant?
What months are the ocean coldest in Nahant?
What is the water temperature in March in Nahant?
What is the average length of the day in March in Nahant?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Nahant?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Nahant?
How many hours of sunshine does Nahant have in March?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Nahant?
How high is the UV index in March in Nahant?
Average temperature in March
Nahant, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Nahant, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Nahant, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Nahant, MA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Nahant, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in March
Nahant, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Nahant, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Nahant, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Nahant, MA
- Average sea temperature in March: 38.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nahant, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Nahant, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Nahant, 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
Nahant, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Nahant, 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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