March weather forecast
Malden, MA

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Weather in March

March signifies a considerable change in weather patterns as Malden prepares to bid farewell to winter. Signs of spring start to unveil, accompanied by increased sunshine hours and a moderate UV index. Surprisingly, the city records high precipitation of 2.83" (72mm). This month witnesses long-awaited daylight hours extending to 12 hours. The melting snow gives way to more humid conditions, symbolizing the change of seasons in Malden.

Temperature

The coming of March brings a minor shift in Malden's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Malden, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Malden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Malden, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Malden, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 17.36" (441mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Malden, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:09 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 5.6h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Malden, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Malden, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Malden have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:09 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 Malden have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

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.

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 low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Malden, MA

Average temperature in March - Malden, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Malden, MA

Average pressure in March - Malden, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Malden, MA

Average wind speed in March - Malden, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Malden, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Malden, MA

Average rainfall in March - Malden, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Malden, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Malden, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Malden, MA

Average snowfall in March - Malden, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Malden, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Malden, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Malden, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Malden, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Malden, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Malden, MA

Average UV index in March - Malden, 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
Malden, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Malden, 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 32).

Average visibility in March
Malden, MA

Average visibility in March - Malden, 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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