March weather forecast
Southbridge, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Southbridge, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's 34.5°F (1.4°C) to a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Southbridge experiences a mean temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Southbridge, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Southbridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.3 days and collects up to 29.21" (742mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Southbridge, in March, during 8.2 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Southbridge, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:13 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 in Southbridge is 5.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Southbridge in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Southbridge, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Southbridge have in March?

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 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:13 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.

What is the month with 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 Southbridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index 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
Southbridge, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°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 (19°F).

Average pressure in March
Southbridge, MA

Average pressure in March - Southbridge, 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
Southbridge, MA

Average wind speed in March - Southbridge, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Southbridge, MA

Average humidity in March - Southbridge, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Southbridge, MA

Average rainfall in March - Southbridge, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Southbridge, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Southbridge, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Southbridge, MA

Average snowfall in March - Southbridge, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Southbridge, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Southbridge, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Southbridge, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Southbridge, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Southbridge, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Southbridge, MA

Average UV index in March - Southbridge, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Southbridge, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Southbridge, 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 37).

Average visibility in March
Southbridge, MA

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

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

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