March weather forecast
Groton, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Groton, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Groton's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a still cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Groton, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Groton, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.2 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated. In Groton, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 22.99" (584mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:11 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Groton?

In Groton, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Groton, in March, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:11 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 Groton, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Groton, MA

Average temperature in March - Groton, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Groton, MA

Average pressure in March - Groton, 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
Groton, MA

Average wind speed in March - Groton, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Groton, MA

Average humidity in March - Groton, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Groton, MA

Average rainfall in March - Groton, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Groton, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Groton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Groton, MA

Average snowfall in March - Groton, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Groton, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Groton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Groton, 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 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Groton, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Groton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Groton, MA

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

Average cloud cover in March
Groton, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Groton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Groton, MA

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

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

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