March weather forecast
Fitchburg, MA

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Weather in March

March depicts the beginning of spring in Fitchburg, with warmth beginning to infiltrate the cool winter air. The city experiences an easing off the snowy regime, with an average snowfall reduced to 4.57" (116mm) over approximately 8.9 days. The frequency of snowstorms decreases, leading to improved conditions for travel. The city starts to bloom with the infusion of mild sunny days and gradually melting snow. On the whole, March signifies a thawing season which transitions winter into spring.

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from 33.6°F (0.9°C) in February to a still cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Fitchburg reports a consistent average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

In Fitchburg, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Fitchburg, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fitchburg, during March, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow. In Fitchburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 23.7" (602mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Fitchburg, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:12 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 5.7h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 4, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Fitchburg, is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fitchburg?

The average relative humidity in March in Fitchburg is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Fitchburg, in March, during 8.9 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fitchburg have in March?

In Fitchburg, 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 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:12 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

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 Fitchburg, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average temperature in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average pressure in March - Fitchburg, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average wind speed in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average humidity in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average rainfall in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Fitchburg, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average snowfall in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average UV index in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Fitchburg, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Fitchburg, 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 35).

Average visibility in March
Fitchburg, MA

Average visibility in March - Fitchburg, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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