March weather forecast
Hamden, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hamden, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is expected in Hamden during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hamden, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.2 rainfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hamden, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Hamden, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Hamden 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, in Hamden, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 in Hamden is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hamden in March?

In Hamden, 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Hamden?

In March, the average relative humidity in Hamden is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hamden?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Hamden?

In Hamden, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Hamden?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hamden?

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, in Hamden, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hamden?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Hamden, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Hamden, CT

Average pressure in March - Hamden, 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
Hamden, CT

Average wind speed in March - Hamden, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Hamden, CT

Average humidity in March - Hamden, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Hamden, CT

Average rainfall in March - Hamden, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Hamden, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Hamden, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hamden, CT

Average snowfall in March - Hamden, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hamden, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Hamden, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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
Hamden, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hamden, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hamden, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Hamden, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Hamden, CT

Average UV index in March - Hamden, 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
Hamden, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Hamden, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Hamden, CT

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

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

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