March weather forecast
Jefferson, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Jefferson, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's 33.6°F (0.9°C) to a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Jefferson observes an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Jefferson, in March, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. In Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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

The average sunshine in March in Jefferson is 5.7h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In Jefferson, 41.9°F (5.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

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

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / 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?

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 Jefferson have in March?

In Jefferson, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jefferson?

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 intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Jefferson, MA

Average temperature in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average pressure in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average wind speed in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average humidity in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average rainfall in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average snowfall in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average UV index in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average visibility in March - Jefferson, 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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