March weather forecast
Rutland, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rutland, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

In Rutland, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C) in February to a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). In March, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In Rutland, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rutland, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rutland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rutland, in March, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 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 in Rutland is 5.7h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rutland, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rutland, during March, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rutland have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

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

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 Rutland have in March?

In Rutland, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rutland?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rutland.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rutland 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 temperature in March
Rutland, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Rutland, MA

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

Average wind speed in March
Rutland, MA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Rutland, MA

Average humidity in March - Rutland, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Rutland, MA

Average rainfall in March - Rutland, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Rutland, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Rutland, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rutland, MA

Average snowfall in March - Rutland, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rutland, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Rutland, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rutland, 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: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rutland, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Rutland, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rutland, MA

Average UV index in March - Rutland, 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
Rutland, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Rutland, 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 36).

Average visibility in March
Rutland, MA

Average visibility in March - Rutland, 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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