March weather forecast
Taunton, MA

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Weather in March

Weather in March brings a sense of relief to Taunton citizens as it marks the transition from harsh winter to warmer spring. The snowfall decreases significantly to 3.62" (92mm) from its February peak, leading to more tolerable weather conditions. Accompanying this shift, the increased daylight hours provide a welcome change to the locals. The slight rise in temperatures and an extended duration of daylight subtly hint at the onset of the pleasing spring season.

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks March in Taunton, adjusting from February's cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Taunton, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Taunton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Taunton, 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 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 March, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Taunton, records 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Taunton, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Taunton, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Taunton, during March, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Taunton have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 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 Taunton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

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 Taunton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Taunton, MA

Average temperature in March - Taunton, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Taunton, MA

Average pressure in March - Taunton, 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
Taunton, MA

Average wind speed in March - Taunton, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Taunton, MA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Taunton, MA

Average rainfall in March - Taunton, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Taunton, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Taunton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Taunton, MA

Average snowfall in March - Taunton, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Taunton, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Taunton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Taunton, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Taunton, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Taunton, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Taunton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Taunton, MA

Average UV index in March - Taunton, 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
Taunton, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Taunton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Taunton, MA

Average visibility in March - Taunton, 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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