March weather forecastShrewsbury, MA
March
Weather in March
The weather in March sees a transition from the biting cold of winter to the first stirrings of spring in Shrewsbury. This significant turnaround in weather conditions offers a more pleasant climate than the previous months. Nonetheless, March is not without its share of snow, recording 5.28" (134mm). March, therefore, represents a period of change, marking the end of snowfall and the onset of warmer temperatures. This transition culminates with more hours of daylight, making activities outdoors increasingly appealing.Temperature
March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is noted.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Shrewsbury, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shrewsbury, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 5.28" (134mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 Shrewsbury, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. 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
Average temperature in March
Shrewsbury, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°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 (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Shrewsbury, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Shrewsbury, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Shrewsbury, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Shrewsbury, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in March
Shrewsbury, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shrewsbury, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 5.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shrewsbury, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shrewsbury, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shrewsbury, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Shrewsbury, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Shrewsbury, 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).
Average visibility in March
Shrewsbury, MA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
