March weather forecast
Dover, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dover, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

Dover in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Dover records a steady low-temperature average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are March, April and December, with an average 2.87" (73mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.4 snowfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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 5.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Dover?

The high-temperature, in March, in Dover, records 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Dover, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are March, April and December, with an average 2.87" (73mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Dover, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Dover, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:10 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 Dover, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Dover?

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

Average temperature in March - Dover, 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°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Dover, MA

Average pressure in March - Dover, 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
Dover, MA

Average wind speed in March - Dover, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Dover, MA

Average humidity in March - Dover, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

Average rainfall in March
Dover, MA

Average rainfall in March - Dover, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Dover, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Dover, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dover, MA

Average snowfall in March - Dover, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dover, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Dover, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dover, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dover, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Dover, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Dover, MA

Average UV index in March - Dover, 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
Dover, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Dover, 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
Dover, MA

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

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

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