March weather forecast
Williamstown, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Williamstown, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). Williamstown experiences a mean low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 14.1 days and typically collects 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated. In Williamstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.1 days and aggregates up to 39.09" (993mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Williamstown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Williamstown, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Williamstown, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Williamstown?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 14.1 days and typically collects 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Williamstown, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

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

In Williamstown, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Williamstown, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Williamstown have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Williamstown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Williamstown, MA

Average temperature in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Williamstown, MA

Average pressure in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Williamstown, MA

Average wind speed in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Williamstown, MA

Average humidity in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Williamstown, MA

Average rainfall in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

Average rainfall days in March
Williamstown, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Williamstown, MA

Average snowfall in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Williamstown, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Williamstown, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Williamstown, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Williamstown, MA

Average UV index in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Williamstown, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Williamstown, MA

Average visibility in March - Williamstown, MA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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