March weather forecast
West Springfield, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Springfield, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's icy 34°F (1.1°C) to a still wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). West Springfield registers a consistent average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in West Springfield is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Springfield, Massachusetts, during March, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Springfield, there are 55.4 rainfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in West Springfield. The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in West Springfield is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in West Springfield, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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

The average sunshine in March in West Springfield 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in West Springfield?

The average high-temperature, in March, in West Springfield, is 42.6°F (5.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Springfield?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Springfield?

In West Springfield, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in West Springfield?

The months with the most snowfall in West Springfield, Massachusetts, are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in West Springfield in March?

In West Springfield, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Springfield?

On the first day of March in West Springfield, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Springfield?

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

How high is the UV index in March in West Springfield?

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

Average temperature in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°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 (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Springfield, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
West Springfield, MA

Average wind speed in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Springfield, MA

Average humidity in March - West Springfield, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Springfield, MA

Average rainfall in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Springfield, MA

Average rainfall days in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Springfield, MA

Average snowfall in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West Springfield, MA

Average snowfall days in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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 Springfield, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Springfield, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Springfield, MA

Average sunshine days in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Springfield, MA

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

Average cloud cover in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
West Springfield, MA

Average visibility in March - West Springfield, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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