March weather forecast
South Wellfleet, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Wellfleet, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

As South Wellfleet welcomes March, the average high-temperature is noted at a still icy 41°F (5°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. South Wellfleet documents an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) for the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In South Wellfleet, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Wellfleet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In South Wellfleet, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Wellfleet, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.1 days and aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Wellfleet, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:04 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 South Wellfleet, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature during March is 41°F (5°C) and the low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In South Wellfleet, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In South Wellfleet, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in South Wellfleet?

In South Wellfleet, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:04 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 South Wellfleet have 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, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average pressure in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average wind speed in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.6mph).

Average humidity in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average humidity in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average rainfall in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
South Wellfleet, MA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average snowfall in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average snowfall days in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Wellfleet, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average sunshine days in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average UV index in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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 Wellfleet, MA

Average cloud cover in March - South Wellfleet, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
South Wellfleet, MA

Average visibility in March - South Wellfleet, 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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