March weather forecast
Southwick, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Southwick, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.4°F (5.8°C) and min 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). In Southwick, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southwick, Massachusetts, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.4 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Southwick, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Southwick, Massachusetts, there are 37.5 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Southwick, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Southwick, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Southwick, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Southwick, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Southwick have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration in Southwick is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Southwick, MA

Average temperature in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Southwick, MA

Average pressure in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Southwick, MA

Average wind speed in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Southwick, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Southwick, MA

Average rainfall in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Southwick, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Southwick, MA

Average snowfall in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Southwick, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Southwick, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Southwick, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Southwick, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Southwick, MA

Average UV index in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Southwick, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Southwick, MA

Average visibility in March - Southwick, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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