March weather forecast
New Bedford, MA

Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts
Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in New Bedford, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

In New Bedford, the average high-temperature in March is essentially the same as in February - a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In New Bedford, in March, the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In New Bedford, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In New Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

In New Bedford, the average seawater temperature in March is 38.7°F (3.7°C).
Note: 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.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of March, in New Bedford, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interpret into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What are the least humid months in New Bedford?

The months with the lowest humidity in New Bedford are March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March in New Bedford?

The average relative humidity in March in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Bedford in March?

In New Bedford, Massachusetts, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in New Bedford?

In March, the average ocean temperature 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 New Bedford have in March?

The average day length in March in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in New Bedford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in New Bedford, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does New Bedford have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in New Bedford is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in New Bedford?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in New Bedford?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index 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
New Bedford, MA

Average temperature in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average pressure in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average wind speed in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average humidity in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall days in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall days in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average sea temperature in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Bedford, MA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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
New Bedford, MA

Average sunshine days in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average UV index in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average cloud cover in March - New Bedford, 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
New Bedford, MA

Average visibility in March - New Bedford, 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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