March weather forecast
Rockland, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Rockland, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a cold 37.4°F (3°C) in February to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Rockland experiences an average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In Rockland, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Rockland, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rockland, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 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 Rockland, Massachusetts, is 5.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Rockland?

In Rockland, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rockland?

In Rockland, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Rockland in March?

In Rockland, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rockland in March?

In Rockland, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rockland have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rockland?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Rockland, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Rockland, Massachusetts, is 5.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Rockland, 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 Rockland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rockland, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rockland, MA

Average temperature in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°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 (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rockland, MA

Average pressure in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Rockland, MA

Average wind speed in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rockland, MA

Average humidity in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, June, September and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rockland, MA

Average rainfall in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rockland, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rockland, MA

Average snowfall in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rockland, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rockland, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rockland, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rockland, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rockland, MA

Average UV index in March - Rockland, 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
Rockland, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Rockland, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Rockland, MA

Average visibility in March - Rockland, 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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