March weather forecast
Sheffield, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Sheffield, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a still icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Sheffield's temperature drops to an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheffield, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sheffield are January through May, October through December. In Sheffield, in March, during 10.5 snowfall days, 5.79" (147mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sheffield, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.3 days and aggregates up to 29.17" (741mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Sheffield, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Sheffield is 5.6h.

UV index

In Sheffield, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Sheffield in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sheffield?

The average relative humidity in March in Sheffield, Massachusetts, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sheffield in March?

In March, in Sheffield, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Sheffield?

In Sheffield, Massachusetts, during March, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sheffield?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Sheffield is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Sheffield?

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

Average temperature in March - Sheffield, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sheffield, MA

Average pressure in March - Sheffield, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Sheffield, MA

Average wind speed in March - Sheffield, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sheffield, MA

Average humidity in March - Sheffield, 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 (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sheffield, MA

Average rainfall in March - Sheffield, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sheffield, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sheffield, MA

Average snowfall in March - Sheffield, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Sheffield, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Sheffield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.2 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
Sheffield, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sheffield, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sheffield, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Sheffield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sheffield, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Sheffield, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Sheffield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Sheffield, MA

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

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

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