March weather forecast
North Chelmsford, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in North Chelmsford.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In North Chelmsford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:10 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 North Chelmsford, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Chelmsford 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in North Chelmsford?

During March, North Chelmsford experiences an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in North Chelmsford?

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

How many days does it rain in March in North Chelmsford?

In North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in North Chelmsford in March?

In March, in North Chelmsford, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in North Chelmsford?

In March, the average day length in North Chelmsford is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in North Chelmsford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in North Chelmsford, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, 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 North Chelmsford?

In March, the average sunshine duration in North Chelmsford is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in North Chelmsford?

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

How high is the UV index in March in North Chelmsford?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average temperature in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average pressure in March - North Chelmsford, 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
North Chelmsford, MA

Average wind speed in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average humidity in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average rainfall in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average rainfall days in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average snowfall in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average snowfall days in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average sunshine days in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average UV index in March - North Chelmsford, 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
North Chelmsford, MA

Average cloud cover in March - North Chelmsford, 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 31).

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Average visibility in March
North Chelmsford, MA

Average visibility in March - North Chelmsford, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).

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