March weather forecast
Palmer, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Palmer, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Palmer tends to fall to a consistent average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Palmer is 76%.

Rainfall

In Palmer, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palmer, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Palmer, Massachusetts, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 18.43" (468mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Palmer is 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Palmer in March?

In March, in Palmer, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Palmer?

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

How much does it rain in Palmer in March?

In Palmer, Massachusetts, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Palmer in March?

In March, in Palmer, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Palmer?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

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

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

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

When is the lowest UV index in Palmer?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Palmer?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Palmer is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Palmer, MA

Average temperature in March - Palmer, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in March
Palmer, MA

Average pressure in March - Palmer, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Palmer, MA

Average wind speed in March - Palmer, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Palmer, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palmer, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Palmer, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Palmer, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Palmer, MA

Average snowfall in March - Palmer, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Palmer, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Palmer, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 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
Palmer, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palmer, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Palmer, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Palmer, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Palmer, MA

Average UV index in March - Palmer, 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
Palmer, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Palmer, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

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

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Average visibility in March
Palmer, MA

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

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

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