March weather forecast
Westminster, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Westminster, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a still wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). Westminster, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Westminster is 78%.

Rainfall

In Westminster, in March, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Westminster, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Westminster, 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 in Westminster, Massachusetts, is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Westminster are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Westminster in March?

Westminster in March has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Westminster?

In March, the average relative humidity in Westminster is 78%.

How much does it rain in Westminster in March?

In Westminster, during March, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Westminster?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 8.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Westminster?

In Westminster, Massachusetts, in March, during 8.6 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Westminster have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Westminster?

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.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Westminster?

The months with the lowest UV index in Westminster, Massachusetts, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Westminster?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Westminster, Massachusetts, 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
Westminster, MA

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).

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Average pressure in March
Westminster, MA

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Westminster, MA

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).

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Average humidity in March
Westminster, MA

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Westminster, MA

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Westminster, MA

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Westminster, MA

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Westminster, MA

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Westminster, MA

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Westminster, MA

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).

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Average UV index in March
Westminster, MA

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Westminster, MA

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).

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Average visibility in March
Westminster, MA

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).

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