The weather is unpredictable in March. It might feel like spring, or we might have a blizzard. Who knows. But you can expect it to be pretty ugly that time of year. Street sweeping doesn’t start until April, so March is usually when you see the most trash.

Boston is one of the most walk-friendly cities in the country. You should use public transit to get around, which is safer than driving in every way. Driving here is quite challenging, even for experienced locals - and parking is limited and expensive. I do not recommend it. Use Uber/Lyft if you need to get somewhere not close to a subway/trolley stop - or if it’s late night.

You can get to Salem by Commuter Rail in about an hour. It costs $4.10 and it comes every hour or so. Salem itself is super walk friendly, small and compact. No trouble there.

Lexington and Concorde is best by car. And that’s about the only time you’d need one. You could also take a Commuter Rail to Belmont (about $6.50, 30-40 min) and then Uber about 5 miles to your location. Or take a local bus.