March weather forecast
Quincy, MA

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A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts
A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts

Weather in March

March in Quincy marks the onset of the spring season, offering a welcome respite from the extended chill. Meanwhile, at top speeds of 10mph (16.1km/h), the winds persist but lose their winter sting. Rainfall increases, making umbrellas and raincoats quintessential for outdoor excursions. Despite the erratic showers, the city blossoms in its springtime glory, with verdant parks and clear skies painting a pretty picture.

Temperature

Quincy's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) in February to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is recorded in Quincy during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Quincy is 74%.

Rainfall

In Quincy, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Quincy. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Quincy is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:09 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 Quincy, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Quincy?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Quincy?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Quincy in March?

In Quincy, Massachusetts, during March, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Quincy?

The month with the most snowfall in Quincy, Massachusetts, is March, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Quincy in March?

In Quincy, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Quincy have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Quincy?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Quincy, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:09 pm EDT.

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

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 Quincy?

The average sunshine duration in March in Quincy is 5.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Quincy, 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 Quincy?

In Quincy, 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 temperature in March
Quincy, MA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°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 (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Quincy, MA

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

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Average wind speed in March
Quincy, MA

Average wind speed in March - Quincy, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Quincy, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall in March - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Quincy, MA

Average snowfall in March - Quincy, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Quincy, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Quincy, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Quincy, 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: 5h and 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Quincy, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Quincy, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Quincy, MA

Average UV index in March - Quincy, 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
Quincy, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Quincy, 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 33).

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Average visibility in March
Quincy, MA

Average visibility in March - Quincy, 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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