March weather forecast
West Groton, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in West Groton, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a still cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is observed in West Groton.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Groton, Massachusetts, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Groton, there are 142.2 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Groton, in March, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Groton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:11 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 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in West Groton in March?

March temperatures in West Groton vary between a high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Groton?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Groton in March?

In West Groton, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Groton in March?

In West Groton, Massachusetts, during March, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Groton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Groton?

On the first day of March in West Groton, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in West Groton, Massachusetts, is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Groton?

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 West Groton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Groton, MA

Average temperature in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Groton, MA

Average pressure in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
West Groton, MA

Average wind speed in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Groton, MA

Average humidity in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Groton, MA

Average rainfall in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Groton, MA

Average rainfall days in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Groton, MA

Average snowfall in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West Groton, MA

Average snowfall days in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
West Groton, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Groton, MA

Average sunshine days in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Groton, MA

Average UV index in March - West Groton, 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
West Groton, MA

Average cloud cover in March - West Groton, 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 34).

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Average visibility in March
West Groton, MA

Average visibility in March - West Groton, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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