March weather forecast
Arlington Heights, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Arlington Heights, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Arlington Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Arlington Heights, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Arlington Heights, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.8 days and collects up to 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Arlington Heights. In Arlington Heights, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Arlington Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Arlington Heights, is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Arlington Heights?

In March, the average relative humidity in Arlington Heights is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Arlington Heights, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, in Arlington Heights, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Arlington Heights have in March?

In Arlington Heights, 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 5:35 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the month 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 intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Arlington Heights is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Arlington Heights, MA

Average temperature in March - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average pressure in March - Arlington Heights, 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
Arlington Heights, MA

Average wind speed in March - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average humidity in March - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average rainfall in March - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average snowfall in March - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arlington Heights, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Arlington Heights, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average UV index in March - Arlington Heights, 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
Arlington Heights, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Arlington Heights, 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 32).

Average visibility in March
Arlington Heights, MA

Average visibility in March - Arlington Heights, 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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