This post is an overview of the March weather in Boston, with tips on how to dress and things to do to help make the most of your trip.
HOW COLD IS BOSTON IN MARCH
March may start out cold in Boston, however, by the end of this month, signs of Spring will be in the air.
Early in March overnight and early morning low temperatures tend to be in the mid-upper 20s F (-2C) while afternoon high temperatures average in the low 40s F (5-6C).
By the end of this month overnight low temperatures have warmed to the mid-30s F (2-3C) while afternoon highs often reach into the lower 50s F (10-11C).
On a couple of the coldest mornings you will likely see temperatures dipping down into the mid-teens F (-9C) while a few of the warmer afternoons could see temperatures warm into the mid-60s F (17-18C).
March in Boston in the past has seen quite a large range in temperatures.
The all-time record low in Boston during March was -8 F (-22.2C)) set in 1872 while the record high of 96 F (35.6C) was sent in 1944.
HOW MUCH SUN, RAIN, AND SNOW?
About 16 days during March will see either sunny or at least partly sunny skies in Boston with about 11 or 12 days reporting some form of precipitation.
DOES IT SNOW IN BOSTON IN MARCH?
Of those days with precipitation, about 4 or 5 will record snow.
Of these, about 2 days will have at least 1 inch (about 2.5 cm) of snow and 1 day 3 inches (7.6cm) or more.
Snowfalls of 5 inches (12.7cm) or more occur about once every other year.
WHAT TO WEAR IN MARCH?
March is a month of change so bringing the appropriate clothing is a must. March in Boston can be both winter-like and spring-like so you should pack for both.
It’s a good idea to dress in layers with a warm jacket or coat with scarf and gloves for the colder days.
For the warmer days, on-the-other-hand, perhaps a light jacket or wind-breaker and sweater will do fine.
WHAT TO DO IN BOSTON IN MARCH?
Below are 10 top things to do in March in Boston.
Be sure to read our full post on what to do in Boston in March, which includes free things to do, night and family-friendly activities and attractions.
You might also want to check out our definitive post on the best things to do in Boston.
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- Boston Wine Festival
- Take a Walking Tour
- Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
- Explore the Women's History of Boston
- Attend the Boston Massacre Reenactment
- Visit the Museum of Fine Arts after hours
- Take an enclosed boat tour on the harbor
- Try some Lobster
- Explore of the smaller museums
- Head indoors for some of the warmer things to do
Be sure to check out all the top things to do in March in our main post.
Seasonal Outlook
January to March 2024 Boston
There is a 80% chance for normal to above normal temperatures with near normal rainfall.
Fred Pickhardt
Ocean Weather Services
