March weather forecast
Russell, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Russell, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

Russell's March weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a still icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Russell's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Russell, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Russell, in March, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.3 snowfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Russell, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 5.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Russell, 40.5°F (4.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Russell, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Russell, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Russell, during March, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Russell, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Russell have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Russell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Russell, MA

Average temperature in March - Russell, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Russell, MA

Average pressure in March - Russell, 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
Russell, MA

Average wind speed in March - Russell, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

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
Russell, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Russell, MA

Average rainfall in March - Russell, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Russell, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Russell, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Russell, MA

Average snowfall in March - Russell, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Russell, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Russell, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Russell, 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 4min

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: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Russell, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Russell, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Russell, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Russell, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Russell, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Russell, MA

Average visibility in March - Russell, 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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