March weather forecast
Chicopee, MA

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Weather in March

March witnesses a marked transition in Chicopee's weather as the city starts to thaw from the winter freeze. The month averages 5.2 days of rainfall, an increase from the snow-dominated precipitation of the earlier months. Average temperatures start to rise, reaching a high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Days become significantly longer as Chicopee enjoys an average of 12 hours of daylight. With the advent of spring, the weather becomes increasingly unpredictable, preparing the city for its next seasonal phase.

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 34°F (1.1°C) to a still cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Chicopee, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Chicopee, during March, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 55.4 rainfall days, and 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 42.6°F (5.9°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chicopee, Massachusetts, in March, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Chicopee, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Chicopee?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What are the months 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?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chicopee, MA

Average temperature in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Chicopee, MA

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

Average wind speed in March
Chicopee, MA

Average wind speed in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Chicopee, MA

Average humidity in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chicopee, 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: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chicopee, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Chicopee, MA

Average UV index in March - Chicopee, 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
Chicopee, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Chicopee, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Chicopee, MA

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

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

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