March weather forecast
Holden, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Holden, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Holden experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from 33.6°F (0.9°C) in February to a still wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout the month of March, Holden witnesses an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In Holden, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Holden, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.1 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated. In Holden, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) 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 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 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 5.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Holden, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Holden, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Holden, in March, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Holden?

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 Holden have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the month 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Holden, MA

Average temperature in March - Holden, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°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 (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Holden, MA

Average pressure in March - Holden, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Holden, MA

Average wind speed in March - Holden, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Holden, MA

Average humidity in March - Holden, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Holden, MA

Average rainfall in March - Holden, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Holden, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Holden, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Holden, MA

Average snowfall in March - Holden, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Holden, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Holden, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Holden, 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 6min).

  • 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: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Holden, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Holden, MA

Average UV index in March - Holden, 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
Holden, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Holden, 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 36).

Average visibility in March
Holden, MA

Average visibility in March - Holden, 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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