March weather forecast
Somerville, MA

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Weather in March

March sees the commencement of Spring in Somerville Massachusetts with the temperatures starting to climb. Featuring a high of 43.3°F (6.3°C), the weather is still chilly but much less harsh compared to the severe winters experienced in January and February. This month ushers in a welcome change through a steady rise in temperature and an increase in daylight hours. The number of sunshine hours continues to rise, giving March a much brighter and slightly warmer feel. Rains are also a common occurrence in March, adding to the moisture in the air.

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Somerville, during March, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In Somerville, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47.8 days and collects up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Somerville, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.2 snowfall days, and 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Somerville, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Somerville, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 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

The average sunshine in March in Somerville 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 in Somerville. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Somerville in March?

In Somerville, 43.3°F (6.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Somerville?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Somerville?

In Somerville, Massachusetts, in March, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Somerville?

In Somerville, Massachusetts, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Somerville have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Somerville?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Somerville, Massachusetts, is 5.8h.

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

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

In Somerville, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Somerville, MA

Average temperature in March - Somerville, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°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 (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Somerville, MA

Average pressure in March - Somerville, 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
Somerville, MA

Average wind speed in March - Somerville, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Somerville, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Somerville, MA

Average rainfall in March - Somerville, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in March
Somerville, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Somerville, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and September (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Somerville, MA

Average snowfall in March - Somerville, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Somerville, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Somerville, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.4 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
Somerville, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Somerville, 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 5min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Somerville, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Somerville, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Somerville, MA

Average UV index in March - Somerville, 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
Somerville, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Somerville, 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 32).

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Average visibility in March
Somerville, MA

Average visibility in March - Somerville, 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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