March weather forecast
Somerset, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Somerset, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Somerset encounters an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Somerset, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

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 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 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

In Somerset, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

January through March 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Somerset, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Somerset, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Somerset is March, when snow falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Somerset, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Somerset 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 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 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 many hours of sunshine does Somerset have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Somerset is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Somerset, MA

Average temperature in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°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 (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Somerset, MA

Average pressure in March - Somerset, 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
Somerset, MA

Average wind speed in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Somerset, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Somerset, MA

Average rainfall in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Somerset, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Somerset, MA

Average snowfall in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Somerset, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Somerset, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Somerset, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Somerset, MA

Average UV index in March - Somerset, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Somerset, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Somerset, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Somerset, MA

Average visibility in March - Somerset, 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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