March weather forecast
Beverly, MA

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Weather in March

The month of March welcomes the spring season in Beverly. However, March is soggy, witnessing maximum rainfall in the first half of the year at 2.8" (71mm). The increase in temperature is accompanied by longer daylight hours, introducing brighter and warmer days. Despite the uptick in rain, snow probabilities reduce, making way for more rainy days. The UV index remains low making March ideal for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a still icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Beverly, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Beverly, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Beverly, in March, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow. In Beverly, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In Beverly, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 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 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Beverly are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns 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. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Beverly?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Beverly, during March, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Beverly, in March, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

What month is the ocean coldest?

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the water temperature in March?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Beverly have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Beverly, MA

Average pressure in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Beverly, MA

Average wind speed in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Beverly, MA

Average humidity in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Beverly, MA

Average rainfall in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

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
Beverly, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Beverly, MA

Average snowfall in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Beverly, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Beverly, MA

Average sea temperature in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Beverly, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Beverly, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Beverly, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Beverly, MA

Average UV index in March - Beverly, 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
Beverly, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Beverly, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Beverly, MA

Average visibility in March - Beverly, 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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