March weather forecast
Great Barrington, MA

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The colorful ancient stone building that hosts the town hall of Great Barrington in Massachusetts
The colorful ancient stone building that hosts the town hall of Great Barrington in Massachusetts

Weather in March

The transition from winter to spring starts in March, giving rise to fluctuating temperatures and weather conditions in Great Barrington. The most noticeable change is the decrease in snowfall to 5.79" (147mm) and increase in daily sunshine hours. Residents start witnessing the signs of spring with snow gradually melting and longer daylight hours. However, March can still surprise with a few snowy days, so keep an eye on the forecast.

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a still cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Great Barrington, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Great Barrington, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.8 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Great Barrington, in March, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.79" (147mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.3 snowfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Great Barrington, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In Great Barrington, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Great Barrington, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Great Barrington, in March, during 10.5 snowfall days, 5.79" (147mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Great Barrington have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Great Barrington, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Great Barrington?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average temperature in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average pressure in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average wind speed in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average humidity in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average rainfall in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average snowfall in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Great Barrington, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average UV index in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Great Barrington, MA

Average visibility in March - Great Barrington, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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