March weather forecast
Otis, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Otis, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's 32°F (0°C) to a still wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout the month of March, Otis sees a steady low-temperature average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Otis, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Otis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Otis, in March, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 7.24" (184mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.5 snowfall days, and 38.74" (984mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
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 March, sunrise is at 6:35 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 is 5.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Otis?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Otis, in March, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Otis have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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 6:35 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 many hours of sunshine does Otis have in March?

In Otis, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Otis?

In Otis, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Otis, MA

Average temperature in March - Otis, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Otis, MA

Average pressure in March - Otis, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Otis, MA

Average wind speed in March - Otis, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Otis, MA

Average humidity in March - Otis, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Otis, MA

Average rainfall in March - Otis, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in March
Otis, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Otis, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Otis, MA

Average snowfall in March - Otis, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Otis, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Otis, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Otis, 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: 5h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Otis, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Otis, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Otis, MA

Average UV index in March - Otis, 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 January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Otis, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Otis, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Otis, MA

Average visibility in March - Otis, 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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