March weather forecast
Orange, MA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Orange, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Orange's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a still cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Orange experiences a nighttime temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Orange is 79%.

Rainfall

In Orange, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orange, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Orange are January through May, October through December. In Orange, during March, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Orange, Massachusetts, there are 43.1 snowfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 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 in Orange is 5.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Orange?

In March, in Orange, the average high-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Orange?

The average relative humidity in March in Orange is 79%.

How much does it rain in Orange in March?

In Orange, Massachusetts, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Orange?

In Orange, in March, during 9 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Orange?

On the first day of March in Orange, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Orange, Massachusetts, 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 Orange have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Orange is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Orange?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Orange?

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

Average temperature in March - Orange, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Orange, MA

Average pressure in March - Orange, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Orange, MA

Average wind speed in March - Orange, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Orange, MA

Average humidity in March - Orange, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Orange, MA

Average rainfall in March - Orange, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Orange, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Orange, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Orange, MA

Average snowfall in March - Orange, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Orange, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Orange, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Orange, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Orange, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

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Average UV index in March
Orange, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Orange, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Orange, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Orange, MA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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