March weather forecast
Hingham, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Hingham, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 43°F (6.1°C) and min 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C) in February to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). In March, Hingham's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Hingham is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hingham, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hingham, in March, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Hingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 28 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: In swimming, this condition is considered life-threatening and perilous. The painful sensation of cold water leads to immediate hyperventilation. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is critical to reduce thermal injury.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 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

The average sunshine in March 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 43°F (6.1°C) and the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hingham, in March, during 6.1 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest?

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Hingham?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 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 Hingham have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Hingham, MA

Average pressure in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"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
Hingham, MA

Average wind speed in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Hingham, MA

Average humidity in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Hingham, MA

Average rainfall in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Hingham, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hingham, MA

Average snowfall in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hingham, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Hingham, MA

Average sea temperature in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hingham, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hingham, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Hingham, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Hingham, MA

Average UV index in March - Hingham, 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
Hingham, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Hingham, MA

Average visibility in March - Hingham, 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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