March weather forecast
South Duxbury, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Duxbury, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, South Duxbury's average high-temperature clocks in at a still cold 42.1°F (5.6°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. South Duxbury maintains a minor drop in temperature during March nights, with averages of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in South Duxbury.

Rainfall

In South Duxbury, during March, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In South Duxbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.2 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in South Duxbury. In South Duxbury, Massachusetts, in March, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21 snowfall days, and 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), are months with the coldest seawater in South Duxbury.
Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in South Duxbury is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in South Duxbury, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:07 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 South Duxbury, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Duxbury. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in South Duxbury?

The high-temperature, in March, in South Duxbury, records 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What are the least humid months in South Duxbury?

The months with the lowest humidity in South Duxbury, Massachusetts, are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March in South Duxbury?

The average relative humidity in March in South Duxbury is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in South Duxbury?

In South Duxbury, in March, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in South Duxbury in March?

In South Duxbury, during March, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest in South Duxbury?

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the ocean temperature in March in South Duxbury?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

How many hours of daylight does South Duxbury have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in South Duxbury?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in South Duxbury, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

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

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 South Duxbury?

The average sunshine duration in March in South Duxbury, Massachusetts, is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Duxbury?

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

How high is the UV index in March in South Duxbury?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in South Duxbury, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average temperature in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average pressure in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"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
South Duxbury, MA

Average wind speed in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average humidity in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average rainfall in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average rainfall days in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average snowfall in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average snowfall days in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average sea temperature in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Duxbury, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average sunshine days in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average UV index in March - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
South Duxbury, MA

Average cloud cover in March - South Duxbury, 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 29).

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Average visibility in March
South Duxbury, MA

Average visibility in March - South Duxbury, 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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