March weather forecast
Fall River, MA

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Weather in March

Area residents experience the awakening of spring in March. As the tables turn from winter, temperatures rise, and snowfall drops to a meager 0.51" (13mm), embraced by a paltry 0.9 days of the month. A clear shift from the winter freeze, a steady rise in temperature allows the snow to melt away, making the roads more accessible. A slight increase in daily sunshine and daylight hours resonates with the advent of spring. However, one must not be quick to abandon the winter gear, as cold winds can still offer wintery chills.

Temperature

Fall River's March weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Fall River's temperature drops to an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Fall River, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Fall River, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fall River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Fall River, in March, the average water temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).
Note: In the practice of swimming, this situation poses immediate risks to life. Losing control over breathing is immediate, thereby making clear thinking near impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to restrict thermal loss.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 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

In Fall River, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

January through March 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Fall River in March?

In Fall River, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Fall River, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in March?

In Fall River, in March, the average water temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Fall River, 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 6:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:09 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Fall River, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March 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 Fall River?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fall River, MA

Average temperature in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°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 (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Fall River, MA

Average pressure in March - Fall River, 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
Fall River, MA

Average wind speed in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Fall River, MA

Average humidity in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Fall River, MA

Average rainfall in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Fall River, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fall River, MA

Average snowfall in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fall River, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Fall River, MA

Average sea temperature in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fall River, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fall River, 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: 6h and 0min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fall River, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Fall River, MA

Average UV index in March - Fall River, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Fall River, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Fall River, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Fall River, MA

Average visibility in March - Fall River, 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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