March weather forecast
Andover, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Andover, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Andover's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Andover experiences a mean low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Andover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 33.74" (857mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Andover are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Andover, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, in Andover, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Andover, Connecticut, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

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

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 Andover, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March in Andover?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Andover, CT

Average temperature in March - Andover, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Andover, CT

Average pressure in March - Andover, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Andover, CT

Average wind speed in March - Andover, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Andover, CT

Average humidity in March - Andover, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Andover, CT

Average rainfall in March - Andover, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Andover, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Andover, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Andover, CT

Average snowfall in March - Andover, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Andover, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Andover, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Andover, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Andover, CT
  • 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Andover, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Andover, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Andover, CT

Average UV index in March - Andover, CT
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Andover, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Andover, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Andover, CT

Average visibility in March - Andover, CT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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