March weather forecast
Plainfield, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plainfield, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.7°F (3.7°C) and min 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). The low-temperature in Plainfield averages to a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, in March, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plainfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.8 days and collects up to 37.28" (947mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Plainfield. In Plainfield, in March, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.26" (159mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.7 snowfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Plainfield, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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

The average sunshine in March in Plainfield, Massachusetts, is 5.3h.

UV index

In Plainfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Plainfield in March?

Plainfield in March has an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plainfield?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in Plainfield in March?

In Plainfield, during March, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Plainfield in March?

In Plainfield, in March, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plainfield have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Plainfield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Plainfield, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Plainfield is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Plainfield?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Plainfield, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plainfield, MA

Average temperature in March - Plainfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Plainfield, MA

Average pressure in March - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, MA

Average wind speed in March - Plainfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plainfield, MA

Average humidity in March - Plainfield, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plainfield, MA

Average rainfall in March - Plainfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plainfield, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plainfield, MA

Average snowfall in March - Plainfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Plainfield, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Plainfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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
Plainfield, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainfield, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plainfield, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Plainfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plainfield, MA

Average UV index in March - Plainfield, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Plainfield, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Plainfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in March
Plainfield, MA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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