March weather forecast
Somerset, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Somerset, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Somerset, Massachusetts, perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Somerset, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Somerset, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in Somerset. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 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 is 6h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Somerset. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Somerset in March?

During March, Somerset experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Somerset?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Somerset in March?

In Somerset, Massachusetts, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Somerset?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Somerset in March?

In March, in Somerset, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Somerset have in March?

The average day length in March in Somerset, Massachusetts, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Somerset?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Somerset, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Somerset, Massachusetts, is 6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Somerset?

In Somerset, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Somerset, MA

Average temperature in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Somerset, MA

Average pressure in March - Somerset, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Somerset, MA

Average wind speed in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Somerset, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Somerset, MA

Average rainfall in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Somerset, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Somerset, MA

Average snowfall in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Somerset, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Somerset, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Somerset, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Somerset, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Somerset, MA

Average UV index in March - Somerset, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Somerset, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Somerset, MA

Average visibility in March - Somerset, 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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