March weather forecast
North Amherst, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in North Amherst, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

North Amherst in March experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). In the month of March, North Amherst experiences an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In North Amherst, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North Amherst, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow. In North Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in North Amherst, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, North Amherst experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In North Amherst, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in North Amherst?

In March, in North Amherst, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 North Amherst?

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, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in North Amherst?

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 North Amherst have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in North Amherst?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
North Amherst, MA

Average temperature in March - North Amherst, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
North Amherst, MA

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

Average wind speed in March
North Amherst, MA

Average wind speed in March - North Amherst, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
North Amherst, MA

Average humidity in March - North Amherst, 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
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall in March - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall days in March - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall in March - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall days in March - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 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 Amherst, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Amherst, 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: 6h and 1min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
North Amherst, MA

Average sunshine days in March - North Amherst, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
North Amherst, MA

Average UV index in March - North Amherst, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
North Amherst, MA

Average cloud cover in March - North Amherst, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
North Amherst, MA

Average visibility in March - North Amherst, 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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