March weather forecast
Andover, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Andover, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C) in February to a still wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). During March, Andover observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In Andover, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Andover, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Andover, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.5 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Andover, during March, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.4 snowfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Andover, the average high-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Andover, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Andover, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Andover, MA

Average temperature in March - Andover, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Andover, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Andover, MA

Average wind speed in March - Andover, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Andover, MA

Average humidity in March - Andover, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Andover, MA

Average rainfall in March - Andover, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Andover, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Andover, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Andover, MA

Average snowfall in March - Andover, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Andover, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Andover, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Andover, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Andover, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Andover, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Andover, MA

Average UV index in March - Andover, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Andover, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Andover, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Andover, MA

Average visibility in March - Andover, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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