March weather forecast
Nantucket, MA

Beautiful homes built on the water overlooking the boats on the water below, in Nantucket, Massachusetts
Beautiful homes built on the water overlooking the boats on the water below, in Nantucket, Massachusetts

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Nantucket, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

In Nantucket, the average high-temperature in March is relatively the same as in February - a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). In March, the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Nantucket is 76%.

Rainfall

In Nantucket, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nantucket, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 26.61" (676mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Nantucket, Massachusetts. March is the last month it regularly snows in Nantucket, Massachusetts. During 3.3 snowfall days, Nantucket aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Nantucket, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C).
Note: For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:04 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Nantucket is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Nantucket. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Nantucket?

In Nantucket, Massachusetts, in March, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Nantucket?

The average relative humidity in March in Nantucket, Massachusetts, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Nantucket in March?

In March, in Nantucket, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Nantucket?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Nantucket. During 3.3 snowfall days, in March, Nantucket aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Nantucket?

In Nantucket, Massachusetts, in March, the average water temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Nantucket have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Nantucket?

On the first day of March in Nantucket, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:04 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Nantucket?

The average sunshine duration in March in Nantucket, Massachusetts, is 5.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Nantucket?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Nantucket, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Nantucket, MA

Average pressure in March - Nantucket, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Nantucket, MA

Average wind speed in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Nantucket, MA

Average humidity in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, November and December (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Nantucket, MA

Average rainfall in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Nantucket, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Nantucket, MA

Average snowfall in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average sea temperature in March
Nantucket, MA

Average sea temperature in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.6°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 February (37.9°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 7min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 16min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Nantucket, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Nantucket, MA

Average UV index in March - Nantucket, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Nantucket, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Nantucket, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Nantucket, MA

Average visibility in March - Nantucket, 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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