March weather forecast
Greenfield, MA

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Weather in March

March experiences significant climatic changes as winter transitions into spring. The city sees substantially less snow, with snowfall decreasing to 3.74" (95mm). These conditions signal the farewell to winter's chill, paving the way for the advent of spring, with its moderate temperatures and emerging greenery. The city awaits the remarkable burst of blooming flowers and leaves in the coming April.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Greenfield's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a still wintry 41°F (5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is recorded during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Greenfield, in March, during 9 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Greenfield, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 24.53" (623mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Greenfield, 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 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 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 Greenfield, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Greenfield. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Greenfield, records 41°F (5°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Greenfield, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Greenfield, during March, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Greenfield have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 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 Greenfield have in March?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Greenfield, MA

Average temperature in March - Greenfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Greenfield, MA

Average pressure in March - Greenfield, 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
Greenfield, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Greenfield, MA

Average humidity in March - Greenfield, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Greenfield, MA

Average rainfall in March - Greenfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Greenfield, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Greenfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Greenfield, MA

Average snowfall in March - Greenfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Greenfield, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Greenfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Greenfield, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Greenfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Greenfield, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Greenfield, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Greenfield, 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
Greenfield, MA

Average visibility in March - Greenfield, 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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