March weather forecast
Holyoke, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Holyoke, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 34°F (1.1°C) in February to a still wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature dips to a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Holyoke, in March, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.6 rainfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Holyoke, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Holyoke 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 6:33 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

During March, Holyoke experiences an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Holyoke, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Holyoke, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Holyoke have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Holyoke, sunrise is at 6:33 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Holyoke, MA

Average temperature in March - Holyoke, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Holyoke, MA

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

Average wind speed in March
Holyoke, MA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Holyoke, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Holyoke, MA

Average rainfall in March - Holyoke, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Holyoke, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Holyoke, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Holyoke, MA

Average snowfall in March - Holyoke, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Holyoke, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Holyoke, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in March
Holyoke, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Holyoke, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Holyoke, MA

Average UV index in March - Holyoke, 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
Holyoke, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Holyoke, 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 33).

Average visibility in March
Holyoke, MA

Average visibility in March - Holyoke, 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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