March weather forecast
Mansfield Center, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mansfield Center, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is noted.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mansfield Center, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mansfield Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Mansfield Center. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:13 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 6.1h.

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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mansfield Center, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Mansfield Center, Connecticut, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:13 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average temperature in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°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 (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average pressure in March - Mansfield Center, 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
Mansfield Center, CT

Average wind speed in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average humidity in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average rainfall in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average snowfall in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mansfield Center, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average UV index in March - Mansfield Center, 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
Mansfield Center, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Mansfield Center, CT

Average visibility in March - Mansfield Center, CT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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