March weather forecast
Topsfield, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Topsfield, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

As Topsfield transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

In Topsfield, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Topsfield, during March, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Topsfield, during March, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. In Topsfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Topsfield is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates 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. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Topsfield, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Topsfield, during March, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Topsfield, 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 6:18 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

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

Average temperature in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Topsfield, MA

Average pressure in March - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, MA

Average wind speed in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Topsfield, MA

Average humidity in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Topsfield, MA

Average rainfall in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Topsfield, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Topsfield, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Topsfield, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Topsfield, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Topsfield, MA

Average UV index in March - Topsfield, 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
Topsfield, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Topsfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Topsfield, MA

Average visibility in March - Topsfield, 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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