March weather forecast
Farmington, CT

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Weather in March

As winter fades, March ushers in spring in Farmington, subtly elevating temperatures. More considerable daylight hours bring pleasant shifts in the weather, breathing life back into the city after winter's embrace. The temperatures rise, fluctuating from 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the snowfall measure drops to 4.17" (106mm), indicating fewer snowy days. The city's flora begins to bloom, providing a brilliant display of spring's arrival for residents and visitors alike. Despite this, it is advisable to keep warm clothing as the nights can still get frosty.

Temperature

Farmington's weather in March shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from February's wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Farmington reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Farmington, in March, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Farmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Farmington, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Farmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) 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 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:15 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Farmington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Farmington in March?

In Farmington, during March, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Farmington, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:15 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 many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Farmington, Connecticut, is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Farmington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Farmington, CT

Average temperature in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Farmington, CT

Average pressure in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"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
Farmington, CT

Average wind speed in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Farmington, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Farmington, CT

Average rainfall in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Farmington, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Farmington, CT

Average snowfall in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Farmington, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Farmington, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Farmington, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Farmington, CT

Average UV index in March - Farmington, CT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Farmington, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Farmington, CT

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

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

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