March weather forecast
Harwich, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Harwich, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

In March, Harwich's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still cold 41°F (5°C), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. In Harwich, the month of March brings a consistent average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harwich, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Harwich, Massachusetts, in March, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Harwich, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Harwich is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:04 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 Harwich, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Harwich, is 41°F (5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Harwich?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Harwich, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Harwich?

In Harwich, in March, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:04 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 Harwich, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harwich?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Harwich, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Harwich, MA

Average pressure in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Harwich, MA

Average wind speed in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Harwich, MA

Average humidity in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Harwich, MA

Average rainfall in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Harwich, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Harwich, MA

Average snowfall in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Harwich, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Harwich, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Harwich, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Harwich, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Harwich, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Harwich, MA

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

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

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