Boston weather in March
March in Boston averages 46°F by day and 31°F at night, with 4.2 inches of precipitation and 9.0 inches of snow. It is the 9th-warmest and 2nd-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 46°F+7° vs February
- Average low
- 31°F16 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.2 in7 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 9.0 in0 days at 90°F+
Is March a good time to visit Boston?
March is cool, with highs around 46°F. The most comfortable months overall are May to October.
What to do in Boston in March
Mix it up: Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Museum of Bad Art. All things to do in Boston.
On March 15 the sun rises at 6:56 am and sets at 6:50 pm, giving 11h 54m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Boston in March
- A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
- Expect nights below freezing
- An umbrella or rain jacket
- Waterproof boots for snow
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
March nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | 46°F | 31°F | 4.2 in | |
| Cambridge, MA | 3 mi | 46°F | 31°F | 4.2 in |
| Somerville, MA | 3 mi | 46°F | 31°F | 4.2 in |
| Newton, MA | 7 mi | 46°F | 31°F | 4.2 in |
| Quincy, MA | 7 mi | 46°F | 31°F | 4.2 in |
| Lynn, MA | 10 mi | 46°F | 31°F | 4.2 in |
| Brockton, MA | 19 mi | 45°F | 28°F | 5.4 in |
Warmer places in March
Big cities with comfortable March highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Boston in March?
In March, Boston averages a high of 46°F and a low of 31°F, with 4.2 inches of precipitation and 9.0 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is March a good time to visit Boston?
March is cool to cold in Boston, with average highs of 46°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in Boston in March?
Yes. March averages 9.0 inches of snow.
Before and after: Boston in February and Boston in April. All twelve months: Boston weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Boston Logan Intl. Airport, MA, 2.5 miles from the city center.