March weather forecast
Shirley, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shirley, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Shirley's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) to a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). Shirley, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Shirley, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shirley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shirley, Massachusetts, are January through May, October through December. In March, in Shirley, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shirley, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:11 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 Shirley is 5.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Shirley in March?

In Shirley, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Shirley?

In Shirley, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Shirley?

In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shirley in March?

In March, in Shirley, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shirley have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Shirley?

On the first day of March in Shirley, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Shirley?

In Shirley, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shirley?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Shirley?

In Shirley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shirley, MA

Average temperature in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shirley, MA

Average pressure in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Shirley, MA

Average wind speed in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Shirley, MA

Average humidity in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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
Shirley, MA

Average rainfall in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shirley, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shirley, MA

Average snowfall in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Shirley, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Shirley, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shirley, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shirley, MA

Average UV index in March - Shirley, 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
Shirley, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Shirley, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Shirley, MA

Average visibility in March - Shirley, 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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