Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Swampscott anticipates an average minimum temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in the month of March.Humidity
In Swampscott, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Swampscott, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Swampscott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Swampscott, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Swampscott, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 15.59" (396mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Note: In the realm of swimming, this is life-threatening and fraught with danger. The cold water triggers intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. Donning a specialized swimsuit is essential to curb thermal harm.
Daylight
In Swampscott, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 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 Swampscott, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the ocean temperature in March?
What is the average length of the day in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
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When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in March?
Average temperature in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average sea temperature in March: 38.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Swampscott, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Swampscott, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Swampscott, 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
Swampscott, 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 32).
Average visibility in March
Swampscott, 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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