March weather forecast
South Hadley, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Hadley, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 34°F (1.1°C) to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In South Hadley, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Hadley, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.4 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In South Hadley, in March, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Hadley, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.6 days and aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in South Hadley, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In South Hadley, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In South Hadley, in March, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration in South Hadley is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
South Hadley, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in March
South Hadley, MA

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

Average wind speed in March
South Hadley, MA

Average wind speed in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
South Hadley, MA

Average humidity in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
South Hadley, MA

Average rainfall in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
South Hadley, MA

Average rainfall days in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
South Hadley, MA

Average snowfall in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
South Hadley, MA

Average snowfall days in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 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
South Hadley, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Hadley, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Hadley, MA

Average sunshine days in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
South Hadley, MA

Average UV index in March - South Hadley, 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
South Hadley, MA

Average cloud cover in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
South Hadley, MA

Average visibility in March - South Hadley, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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