March is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Massachusetts, and not recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Massachusetts for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Massachusetts in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.
Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Massachusetts in March is 7°. The average maximum temperature is 4° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average temperature in Massachusetts in March is 3°. The average temperature ranges is 0° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Massachusetts in March is -0°. The minimum temperature is -4° in the previous month and 4° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Massachusetts in March are 11.9 and there are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Massachusetts in March is typically 4.5 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Massachusetts in March is 5° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
The average total rainfall in Massachusetts in March is 8.5cm and on average there are 12.5 rainy days in March making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Massachusetts in March is 1° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -1° in the previous month and 6° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Massachusetts in March is typically 86.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 84.8% in the previous month and 89.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Massachusetts in March is typically 70.4%. The average relative humidity is 69.4% in the previous month and 72.7% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Massachusetts in March is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 27kmh in the previous month and 27kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Massachusetts in March is typically 16kmh. The average wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Massachusetts in March is from the West-Northwest.
