March weather forecast
Westford, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Westford, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C) in February to a still wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). Throughout March nights, Westford experiences a consistent temperature average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Westford is 77%.

Rainfall

In Westford, Massachusetts, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 27.13" (689mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Westford, in March, during 7.7 snowfall days, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Westford, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 24.88" (632mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:11 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 Westford, the average sunshine in March 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Westford, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Westford, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Westford, during March, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Westford?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:11 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Westford?

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 Westford have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Westford?

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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in March
Westford, MA

Average temperature in March - Westford, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Westford, MA

Average pressure in March - Westford, 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
Westford, MA

Average wind speed in March - Westford, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Westford, MA

Average humidity in March - Westford, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Westford, MA

Average rainfall in March - Westford, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Westford, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Westford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Westford, MA

Average snowfall in March - Westford, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Westford, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Westford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Westford, 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 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Westford, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Westford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Westford, MA

Average UV index in March - Westford, 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
Westford, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Westford, 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 33).

Average visibility in March
Westford, MA

Average visibility in March - Westford, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, June and September (5mi).

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