March weather forecast
Middletown, CT

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Weather in March

The arrival of March in Middletown, Connecticut witnesses the transition from winter to spring. The city starts to warm up slowly and steadily, yet still compared to February, March hosts an intense wave of rainfall occurring over 12.7 days. The increasing daylight is a welcome relief for many after the dark winter days. Snowfall takes a backseat as March ushers in the bloom of spring. Temperatures in March see a significant rise, soaring from an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a high of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March in Middletown, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). In Middletown, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Middletown, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Middletown, Connecticut, is March, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Middletown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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 7:15 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 Middletown 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 in Middletown, Connecticut. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Middletown?

The high-temperature, in March, in Middletown, records 44.8°F (7.1°C), while the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Middletown?

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

How much does it rain in Middletown in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Middletown?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Middletown, Connecticut. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Middletown in March?

In Middletown, in March, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Middletown?

In March, 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 the month, in Middletown, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Middletown?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Middletown?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Middletown is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Middletown, CT

Average temperature in March - Middletown, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Middletown, CT

Average pressure in March - Middletown, 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
Middletown, CT

Average wind speed in March - Middletown, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Middletown, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Middletown, CT

Average rainfall in March - Middletown, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Middletown, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Middletown, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Middletown, CT

Average snowfall in March - Middletown, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Middletown, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Middletown, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Middletown, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Middletown, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Middletown, CT

Average UV index in March - Middletown, 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
Middletown, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Middletown, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Middletown, CT

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

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

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