March weather forecast
East Boston, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in East Boston, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout March nights, East Boston experiences a consistent temperature average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are March, April and December, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In East Boston, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow. In East Boston, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 15.75" (400mm) 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 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in East Boston 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In East Boston, 43.5°F (6.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in East Boston?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

What is the wettest month in East Boston?

The months with the most rainfall are March, April and December, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In East Boston, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In East Boston, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In East Boston, 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 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in East Boston, sunrise is at 6:26 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 many hours of sunshine does East Boston have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

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 reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in March
East Boston, MA

Average pressure in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
East Boston, MA

Average wind speed in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
East Boston, MA

Average humidity in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in March
East Boston, MA

Average rainfall in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
East Boston, MA

Average rainfall days in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Boston, MA

Average snowfall in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Boston, MA

Average snowfall days in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
East Boston, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Boston, 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 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Boston, MA

Average sunshine days in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in March
East Boston, MA

Average UV index in March - East Boston, 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
East Boston, MA

Average cloud cover in March - East Boston, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
East Boston, MA

Average visibility in March - East Boston, 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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