March weather forecast
Fairfield, CT

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Weather in March

In March, the weather visibly begins to shake off the winter chill. Fairfield, Connecticut, gets a noticeable uptick in temperature, and the snow begins to recede, giving way to increased rain. Daylight hours continue to rise to an average of 12 hours, leading to longer days. Aurora's spectacle becomes more frequent as sunshine hours increase, bringing a sense of rejuvenation to the city. This gradual shift in weather conditions paves the way for spring and is characterized by relatively high snowfall of 2.8" (71mm) on average.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Fairfield's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). The nights of March in Fairfield anticipate an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In Fairfield, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in March, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfield, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 37.76" (959mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairfield are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Fairfield. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 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 in Fairfield is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairfield are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fairfield in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Fairfield, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, in March, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Fairfield?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Fairfield, Connecticut. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Fairfield in March?

In March, in Fairfield, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fairfield?

On the first day of March in Fairfield, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fairfield, Connecticut, 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 Fairfield?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fairfield, Connecticut, is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fairfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fairfield, CT

Average temperature in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Fairfield, CT

Average pressure in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fairfield, CT

Average wind speed in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Fairfield, CT

Average humidity in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

Average rainfall days in March
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fairfield, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Fairfield, CT

Average UV index in March - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Fairfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Fairfield, CT

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

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

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