March weather forecast
North Reading, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in North Reading, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

North Reading perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). North Reading records an average nighttime low of 30°F (-1.1°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In North Reading, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.8 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Reading, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In North Reading, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
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 March, 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 North Reading, the average sunshine in March 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in North Reading, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In North Reading, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in North Reading, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In North Reading, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Reading have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

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.

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?

In North Reading, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

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 reading in March?

In North Reading, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
North Reading, MA

Average temperature in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
North Reading, MA

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

Average wind speed in March
North Reading, MA

Average wind speed in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
North Reading, MA

Average humidity in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in March
North Reading, MA

Average rainfall in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
North Reading, MA

Average rainfall days in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Reading, MA

Average snowfall in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Reading, MA

Average snowfall days in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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 Reading, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Reading, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
North Reading, MA

Average sunshine days in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
North Reading, MA

Average UV index in March - North Reading, 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
North Reading, MA

Average cloud cover in March - North Reading, 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
North Reading, MA

Average visibility in March - North Reading, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).

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