March weather forecast
North Adams, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in North Adams, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, North Adams experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is noted.

Humidity

In North Adams, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated. In North Adams, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.1 days and aggregates up to 39.09" (993mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 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 in North Adams is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in North Adams?

The average high-temperature, in March, in North Adams, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 14.1 days and typically collects 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In North Adams, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In North Adams, Massachusetts, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 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 in North Adams is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in North Adams?

In North Adams, 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
North Adams, MA

Average temperature in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
North Adams, MA

Average pressure in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
North Adams, MA

Average wind speed in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
North Adams, MA

Average humidity in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
North Adams, MA

Average rainfall in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

Average rainfall days in March
North Adams, MA

Average rainfall days in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Adams, MA

Average snowfall in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Adams, MA

Average snowfall days in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North Adams, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
North Adams, MA

Average sunshine days in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in March
North Adams, MA

Average UV index in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
North Adams, MA

Average cloud cover in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
North Adams, MA

Average visibility in March - North Adams, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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