March weather forecast
Shelburne Falls, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shelburne Falls, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) is recorded during the month of March.

Humidity

In Shelburne Falls, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Shelburne Falls, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.9 snowfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Shelburne Falls, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 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 5.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

During March, Shelburne Falls experiences an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shelburne Falls, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Shelburne Falls, in March, during 10 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shelburne Falls have in March?

In Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 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 long on average sun shines 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 Shelburne Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average pressure in March - Shelburne Falls, 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
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average wind speed in March - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average humidity in March - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

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

Average rainfall in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average rainfall in March - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average snowfall in March - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shelburne Falls, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average UV index in March - Shelburne Falls, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Shelburne Falls, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Shelburne Falls, MA

Average visibility in March - Shelburne Falls, 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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