March weather forecast
Mattapoisett, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.5°F (6.4°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Mattapoisett's weather in March, with an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C), subtly shifts from February's 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout March, Mattapoisett records an average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Mattapoisett, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.2 rainfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Mattapoisett, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Mattapoisett, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Mattapoisett, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.7°F (3.7°C).
Note: While participating in swimming, this is a serious life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, making lucid thinking almost impossible. The use of a specialized swimsuit is crucial to control thermal loss.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:07 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Mattapoisett?

The months with the lowest humidity are March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Mattapoisett, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in March?

In Mattapoisett, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.7°F (3.7°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Mattapoisett have in March?

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 6:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:07 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 Mattapoisett have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average temperature in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average pressure in March - Mattapoisett, 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
Mattapoisett, MA

Average wind speed in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Mattapoisett, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average rainfall in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Mattapoisett, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average snowfall in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average sea temperature in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mattapoisett, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average UV index in March - Mattapoisett, 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
Mattapoisett, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average visibility in March - Mattapoisett, 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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