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 transition into March is marked with an average high-temperature of a still cold 42.3°F (5.7°C), showing an insignificant shift from February's 37.9°F (3.3°C). The nights of March are characterized by an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C), subtly descending from daytime highs.Humidity
March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Onset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.4 days and collects up to 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Onset are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Onset are February and March, with an average 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated snow.Ocean temperature
In Onset, in March, the average water temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 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 Onset is 6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Onset, 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).
Average pressure in March
Onset, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Onset, 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).
Average humidity in March
Onset, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Onset, 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").
Average rainfall days in March
Onset, 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).
Average snowfall in March
Onset, 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").
Average snowfall days in March
Onset, 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).
Average sea temperature in March
Onset, 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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Onset, 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).
Average sunshine days in March
Onset, 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).
Average UV index in March
Onset, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Onset, 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).
Average visibility in March
Onset, 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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