March weather forecast
Florence, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Florence, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

March signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a still cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). In Florence, the expected average low-temperature for March is a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Florence, Massachusetts, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Florence, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Florence, there are 28.6 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Florence, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Florence, in March, the average high-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Florence?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Florence, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Florence, during March, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Florence have in March?

In Florence, 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 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Florence have in March?

In Florence, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Florence.

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 hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Florence, MA

Average temperature in March - Florence, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°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 (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Florence, MA

Average pressure in March - Florence, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Florence, MA

Average wind speed in March - Florence, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Florence, MA

Average humidity in March - Florence, 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
Florence, MA

Average rainfall in March - Florence, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Florence, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Florence, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Florence, MA

Average snowfall in March - Florence, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Florence, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Florence, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Florence, 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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Florence, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Florence, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Florence, MA

Average UV index in March - Florence, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Florence, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Florence, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Florence, MA

Average visibility in March - Florence, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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