March weather forecast
East Sandwich, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in East Sandwich, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The initiation of March sees an average high-temperature of a still wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C), showing minor variations from the previous month. East Sandwich records a slight downturn in temperature to an average of 34.3°F (1.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In East Sandwich, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.1 rainfall days, and 18.74" (476mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in East Sandwich is March, when snow falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Sandwich, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:06 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 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In East Sandwich, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In East Sandwich, during March, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In East Sandwich, 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 6:15 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in East Sandwich, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:06 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 East Sandwich?

In East Sandwich, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

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

Average temperature in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in March
East Sandwich, MA

Average pressure in March - East Sandwich, 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 Sandwich, MA

Average wind speed in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 14.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.5mph).

Average humidity in March
East Sandwich, MA

Average humidity in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
East Sandwich, MA

Average rainfall in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
East Sandwich, MA

Average rainfall days in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Sandwich, MA

Average snowfall in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Sandwich, MA

Average snowfall days in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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 Sandwich, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Sandwich, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Sandwich, MA

Average sunshine days in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
East Sandwich, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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 Sandwich, MA

Average cloud cover in March - East Sandwich, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
East Sandwich, MA

Average visibility in March - East Sandwich, 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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