March weather forecastWestminster, MA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Westminster, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and max 40.6°F (4.8°C).Temperature
March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a still icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).Humidity
In Westminster, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Westminster, during March, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Westminster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 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 is 5.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Westminster, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.4°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 (17.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Westminster, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Westminster, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Westminster, MA
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Westminster, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.91"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Westminster, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Westminster, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Westminster, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Westminster, 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 24min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Westminster, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Westminster, MA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Westminster, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Westminster, 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).
