March weather forecast
West Barnstable, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Barnstable, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.2°F (1.8°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

March's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C), subtly varied from February's 38.8°F (3.8°C). A consistent average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted during the nights of March.

Humidity

In West Barnstable, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In West Barnstable, in March, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Barnstable, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:06 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 West Barnstable, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In West Barnstable, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In West Barnstable, during March, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In West Barnstable, during March, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Barnstable have in March?

In West Barnstable, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm EDT.

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

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

In West Barnstable, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in West Barnstable is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average temperature in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average pressure in March - West Barnstable, 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).

Average wind speed in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average wind speed in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 16mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average humidity in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average rainfall in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average rainfall days in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average snowfall in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average snowfall days in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Barnstable, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average sunshine days in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average UV index in March - West Barnstable, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average cloud cover in March - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
West Barnstable, MA

Average visibility in March - West Barnstable, 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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