March weather forecast
Arlington, MA

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Weather in March

As the season transitions from winter to spring, the weather in Arlington, Massachusetts in March starts showing signs of warming up. Temperatures moderately increase from February, providing a gradual introduction to spring. It's worth noting that compared to February, March endures a lesser amount of 4.13" (105mm) of snowfall, shedding the winter look. For daylight hours, March stands out by adding an extra 1.4 hours from the previous month, paving the way for April. The weather becomes milder, but it still retains the crispiness of the tail end of winter.

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) in February to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arlington, Massachusetts, are January through May, October through December. In Arlington, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Arlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 17.8" (452mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Arlington, 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 6:27 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 March, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Arlington, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, 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 the month, in Arlington, sunrise is at 6:27 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 many hours of sunshine does Arlington have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Arlington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Arlington, MA

Average temperature in March - Arlington, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Arlington, MA

Average pressure in March - Arlington, 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
Arlington, MA

Average wind speed in March - Arlington, 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
Arlington, MA

Average humidity in March - Arlington, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Arlington, MA

Average rainfall in March - Arlington, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

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
Arlington, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Arlington, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arlington, MA

Average snowfall in March - Arlington, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arlington, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Arlington, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arlington, 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 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arlington, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Arlington, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Arlington, MA

Average UV index in March - Arlington, 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
Arlington, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Arlington, 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 32).

Average visibility in March
Arlington, MA

Average visibility in March - Arlington, 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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