March weather forecast
Mattapoisett, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mattapoisett, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C), closely following the temperature pattern of February. During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is recorded in Mattapoisett.

Humidity

March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Mattapoisett.

Rainfall

In Mattapoisett, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mattapoisett, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mattapoisett are January through April, November and December. In Mattapoisett, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Mattapoisett, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Mattapoisett, in March, the average water temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).
Note: In the course of swimming, this situation is life-threatening and fraught with risk. The severe cold of the water leads to immediate hyperventilation. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal injury.

Daylight

In Mattapoisett, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:07 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mattapoisett. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Mattapoisett?

In Mattapoisett, 43.5°F (6.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What are the least humid months in Mattapoisett?

March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Mattapoisett?

In March, the average relative humidity in Mattapoisett is 74%.

How much does it rain in Mattapoisett in March?

In Mattapoisett, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mattapoisett in March?

In Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March in Mattapoisett?

In Mattapoisett, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.7°F (3.7°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Mattapoisett have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mattapoisett?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

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

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 in Mattapoisett?

In Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mattapoisett?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mattapoisett?

In Mattapoisett, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average temperature in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average pressure in March - Mattapoisett, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average wind speed in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average humidity in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average rainfall in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average snowfall in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average sea temperature in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mattapoisett, 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: 6h and 0min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average UV index in March - Mattapoisett, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Mattapoisett, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Mattapoisett, MA

Average visibility in March - Mattapoisett, 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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