March weather forecast
Canton, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Canton, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

Canton in March experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's icy 36.9°F (2.7°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During March, Canton records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Canton, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.1 rainfall days, and 7.13" (181mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The months with the most snowfall in Canton are March and December, with an average 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:35 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

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Canton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Canton, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Canton, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Canton?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 in Canton, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Canton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration 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 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
Canton, MA

Average temperature in March - Canton, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Canton, MA

Average pressure in March - Canton, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Canton, MA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Canton, MA

Average humidity in March - Canton, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

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

Average rainfall in March
Canton, MA

Average rainfall in March - Canton, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Canton, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Canton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Canton, MA

Average snowfall in March - Canton, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Canton, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Canton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Canton, 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 12min).

  • 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
Canton, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Canton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Canton, MA

Average UV index in March - Canton, 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
Canton, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Canton, 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 33).

Average visibility in March
Canton, MA

Average visibility in March - Canton, 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).

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