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 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
A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). An average temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) marks the nights in March.Humidity
In Wakefield, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Wakefield, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wakefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:34 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
In Wakefield, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 43°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Wakefield, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").
Average rainfall days in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 4.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wakefield, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, 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 32).
Average visibility in March
Wakefield, MA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).
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