March weather forecast
Chartley, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chartley, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of March, Chartley anticipates a mean low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chartley, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chartley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of 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, in Chartley, 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Chartley, 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chartley, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Chartley, Massachusetts, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is 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 in Chartley?

In Chartley, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chartley, MA

Average temperature in March - Chartley, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°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 (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Chartley, MA

Average pressure in March - Chartley, 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
Chartley, MA

Average wind speed in March - Chartley, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Chartley, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Chartley, MA

Average rainfall in March - Chartley, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Chartley, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Chartley, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chartley, MA

Average snowfall in March - Chartley, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chartley, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Chartley, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Chartley, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chartley, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chartley, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Chartley, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Chartley, MA

Average UV index in March - Chartley, 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
Chartley, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Chartley, 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 34).

Average visibility in March
Chartley, MA

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

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

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