March weather forecastWest Falmouth, MA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in West Falmouth, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.3°F (1.3°C) and max 41.7°F (5.4°C).Temperature
March's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) from February's 38.5°F (3.6°C). During March, West Falmouth's temperature shows a minor deviation from daytime highs, falling to a steady low-temperature average of 34.3°F (1.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In West Falmouth, in March, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Falmouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.1 days and collects up to 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In West Falmouth, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.7°F (3.7°C).Note: In swimming engagements, this poses immediate life-threatening risks. The loss of breath control is instantaneous, thereby hindering clear thought. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to limit thermal dissipation.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 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 March, the average sunshine 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.3°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 (29.1°F).
Average pressure in March
West Falmouth, 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 Falmouth, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 14.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.9mph).
Average humidity in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average sea temperature in March: 38.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
West Falmouth, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
Average UV index in March
West Falmouth, 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 Falmouth, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
West Falmouth, 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).
