March weather forecast
Becket, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Becket, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and max 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Becket is 82%.

Rainfall

In Becket, in March, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Becket, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Becket, during March, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow. In Becket, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.9 days and aggregates up to 39.69" (1008mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Becket, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 5.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Becket, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Becket, during March, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 7.09" (180mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Becket have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 5.3h.

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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Becket, MA

Average temperature in March - Becket, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°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 (15.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Becket, MA

Average pressure in March - Becket, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Becket, MA

Average wind speed in March - Becket, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Becket, MA

Average humidity in March - Becket, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Becket, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Becket, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Becket, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Becket, MA

Average snowfall in March - Becket, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Becket, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Becket, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Becket, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Becket, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Becket, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Becket, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Becket, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Becket, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Becket, MA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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