March weather forecast
Litchfield, CT

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Weather in March

March brings a noticeable change in the weather in Litchfield, Connecticut. The temperatures start to rise, signaling the welcoming transition from winter to spring. The uplift in temperature to a cozy average high of 42.8°F (6°C) represents a relief from the gripping cold of the preceding months. This warmer weather, however, results in a surge in rainfall, making it one of the wetter months of the year. The snowfall significantly decreases, indicating the retreat of winter.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Litchfield's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). In the month of March, Litchfield experiences an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Litchfield, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Litchfield, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Litchfield, in March, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.39" (137mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Litchfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 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 is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Litchfield. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Litchfield in March has an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Litchfield, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Litchfield, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Litchfield, during March, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

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 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Litchfield have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Litchfield, CT

Average temperature in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Litchfield, CT

Average pressure in March - Litchfield, 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
Litchfield, CT

Average wind speed in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Litchfield, CT

Average humidity in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Litchfield, CT

Average rainfall in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Litchfield, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Litchfield, CT

Average snowfall in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Litchfield, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Litchfield, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Litchfield, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Litchfield, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Litchfield, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Litchfield, CT

Average visibility in March - Litchfield, CT
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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