March weather forecast
Dalton, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dalton, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

Dalton in March experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). During March nights, Dalton witnesses a consistent average temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dalton, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dalton, in March, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 7.4" (188mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.2 snowfall days, and 40.98" (1041mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dalton, 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

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Dalton in March has an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dalton?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Dalton, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Dalton, during March, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, 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 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Dalton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dalton, MA

Average temperature in March - Dalton, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Dalton, MA

Average pressure in March - Dalton, 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
Dalton, MA

Average wind speed in March - Dalton, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Dalton, MA

Average humidity in March - Dalton, 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
Dalton, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.4").

Average rainfall days in March
Dalton, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Dalton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dalton, MA

Average snowfall in March - Dalton, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dalton, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Dalton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dalton, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dalton, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Dalton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Dalton, MA

Average UV index in March - Dalton, 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
Dalton, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Dalton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Dalton, MA

Average visibility in March - Dalton, 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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