March weather forecast
Madison, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Madison, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Madison records an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Madison, Connecticut, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madison, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Madison. The month with the most snowfall in Madison is March, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) 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 6:23 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Madison, sunrise is at 6:33 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 Madison, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Madison in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Madison, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Madison?

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

How much does it rain in Madison in March?

In March, in Madison, Connecticut, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Madison?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Madison. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Madison?

In Madison, Connecticut, in March, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Madison?

On the first day of March in Madison, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Madison, Connecticut, is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Madison?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Madison?

In Madison, Connecticut, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Madison, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Madison, CT

Average pressure in March - Madison, 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
Madison, CT

Average wind speed in March - Madison, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Madison, CT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Madison, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Madison, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Madison, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Madison, CT

Average snowfall in March - Madison, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Madison, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Madison, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Madison, 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 August (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
Madison, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Madison, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Madison, CT

Average UV index in March - Madison, 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
Madison, CT

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

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

Average visibility in March
Madison, CT

Average visibility in March - Madison, 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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