March weather forecast
Melrose, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Melrose, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Melrose's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's icy 35.6°F (2°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout the nights in March, Melrose experiences an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Melrose, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Melrose, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Melrose, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Melrose. In Melrose, during March, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow. In Melrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 18.03" (458mm) 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 6:23 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Melrose. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. 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
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Melrose during March?

In Melrose, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Melrose?

The average relative humidity in March in Melrose, Connecticut, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Melrose in March?

In Melrose, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Melrose?

In Melrose, Connecticut, in March, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Melrose have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Melrose?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:40 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 Melrose?

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 Melrose have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Melrose is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melrose?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Melrose?

In Melrose, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Melrose, CT

Average temperature in March - Melrose, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Melrose, CT

Average pressure in March - Melrose, 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
Melrose, CT

Average wind speed in March - Melrose, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Melrose, CT

Average humidity in March - Melrose, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Melrose, CT

Average rainfall in March - Melrose, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Melrose, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Melrose, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Melrose, CT

Average snowfall in March - Melrose, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Melrose, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Melrose, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Melrose, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Melrose, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Melrose, CT

Average UV index in March - Melrose, 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
Melrose, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Melrose, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Melrose, CT

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

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

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