March weather forecast
Northfield, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Northfield, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout the month of March, Northfield witnesses an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In Northfield, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. In Northfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.8 days and aggregates up to 27.28" (693mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Northfield is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Northfield, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Northfield in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Northfield, Massachusetts, during March are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Northfield?

In Northfield, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in March?

In Northfield, Massachusetts, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Northfield?

In March, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Northfield?

On the first day of March in Northfield, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

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

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

In Northfield, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Northfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Northfield is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Northfield, MA

Average temperature in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Northfield, MA

Average pressure in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Northfield, MA

Average wind speed in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Northfield, MA

Average humidity in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Northfield, MA

Average snowfall in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Northfield, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 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
Northfield, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Northfield, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Northfield, MA

Average UV index in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Northfield, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Northfield, MA

Average visibility in March - Northfield, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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