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
As February transitions into March, Wellfleet records an average high-temperature of a still cold 41°F (5°C), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. In March, a low-temperature average of 35.2°F (1.8°C) is characteristic of Wellfleet, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Wellfleet, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wellfleet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Wellfleet, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.1 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average ocean temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).Note: While swimming, this scenario rapidly escalates into a life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, impairing clear thinking. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is vital to minimize thermal depletion.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:05 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 Wellfleet, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in March?
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When is the ocean coldest?
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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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What is the month with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in March?
Average temperature in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 41°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (67.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (31.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 17.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average sea temperature in March: 39°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wellfleet, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Wellfleet, MA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Wellfleet, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Wellfleet, 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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