March weather forecast
Orange, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Orange, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a still icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). In Orange, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Orange, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Orange, there are 145 rainfall days, and 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Orange, in March, during 9 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Orange, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.1 days and aggregates up to 25.75" (654mm) 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 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Orange, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Orange, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Orange, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Orange, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout March, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Orange?

In Orange, 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 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Orange have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 Orange, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Orange, MA

Average temperature in March - Orange, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Orange, MA

Average pressure in March - Orange, 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
Orange, MA

Average wind speed in March - Orange, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Orange, MA

Average humidity in March - Orange, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Orange, MA

Average rainfall in March - Orange, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Orange, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Orange, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Orange, MA

Average snowfall in March - Orange, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Orange, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Orange, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Orange, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Orange, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Orange, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Orange, MA

Average UV index in March - Orange, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Orange, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Orange, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Orange, MA

Average visibility in March - Orange, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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