March weather forecast
Ashfield, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ashfield, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Ashfield experiences a mean temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ashfield, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ashfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ashfield, in March, during 10 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.9 snowfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ashfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:16 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

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Ashfield, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ashfield, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ashfield, in March, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ashfield have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:16 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 are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Ashfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ashfield, MA

Average temperature in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Ashfield, MA

Average pressure in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ashfield, MA

Average wind speed in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Ashfield, MA

Average humidity in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Ashfield, MA

Average rainfall in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Ashfield, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ashfield, MA

Average snowfall in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ashfield, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ashfield, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ashfield, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Ashfield, MA

Average UV index in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ashfield, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Ashfield, MA

Average visibility in March - Ashfield, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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