March weather forecastWoods Hole, MA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Woods Hole, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).Temperature
As Woods Hole steps into March, the average high-temperature holds at a still wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. A steady low-temperature average of 34.7°F (1.5°C) is logged during March, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.Humidity
In Woods Hole, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70 rainfall days, and 5.39" (137mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.4 snowfall days, in March, Woods Hole aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Woods Hole, Massachusetts, 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
The average length of the day in March 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 Woods Hole, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 15mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.71").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Woods Hole, 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
Woods Hole, 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: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Woods Hole, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 23.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Woods Hole, 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
Woods Hole, 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
Woods Hole, 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).
