March weather forecast
Saugus, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Saugus, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Saugus, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Saugus, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Saugus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saugus, Massachusetts, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.9 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) 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 6:18 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.
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

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Saugus, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Saugus, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Saugus, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saugus have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, 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 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Saugus, MA

Average temperature in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Saugus, MA

Average pressure in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saugus, MA

Average wind speed in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Saugus, MA

Average humidity in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Saugus, MA

Average rainfall in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Saugus, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saugus, MA

Average snowfall in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saugus, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saugus, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saugus, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Saugus, MA

Average UV index in March - Saugus, 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
Saugus, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Saugus, MA

Average visibility in March - Saugus, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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