March weather forecast
East Harwich, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in East Harwich, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

East Harwich ushers in March with an average high-temperature of a still icy 41°F (5°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. A consistent average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted during the nights of March.

Humidity

In East Harwich, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In East Harwich, during March, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In East Harwich, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:04 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 East Harwich, the average sunshine in March 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In East Harwich, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In East Harwich, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in East Harwich in March?

In East Harwich, in March, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in East Harwich?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:04 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.

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.

How high is the UV index 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
East Harwich, MA

Average temperature in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
East Harwich, MA

Average pressure in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"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 Harwich, MA

Average wind speed in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in March
East Harwich, MA

Average humidity in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
East Harwich, MA

Average rainfall in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
East Harwich, MA

Average rainfall days in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Harwich, MA

Average snowfall in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Harwich, MA

Average snowfall days in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Harwich, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Harwich, MA

Average sunshine days in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13 days).

Average UV index in March
East Harwich, MA

Average UV index in March - East Harwich, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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 Harwich, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
East Harwich, MA

Average visibility in March - East Harwich, 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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