March weather forecast
New Canaan, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in New Canaan, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is recorded during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in New Canaan is 74%.

Rainfall

In New Canaan, Connecticut, in March, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Canaan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.2 days and collects up to 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Canaan are January through April, November and December. In New Canaan, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Canaan, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 11.65" (296mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in New Canaan, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 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 6.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in New Canaan. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in New Canaan?

In March, in New Canaan, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in New Canaan?

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

How many days does it rain in March in New Canaan?

In March, in New Canaan, Connecticut, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in New Canaan in March?

In March, in New Canaan, Connecticut, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does New Canaan have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in New Canaan?

On the first day of March in New Canaan, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

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 New Canaan have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in New Canaan is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Canaan?

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

How high is the UV index in March in New Canaan?

In New Canaan, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Canaan, CT

Average temperature in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in March
New Canaan, CT

Average pressure in March - New Canaan, 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
New Canaan, CT

Average wind speed in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
New Canaan, CT

Average humidity in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, June, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
New Canaan, CT

Average rainfall in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.44").

Average rainfall days in March
New Canaan, CT

Average rainfall days in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Canaan, CT

Average snowfall in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Canaan, CT

Average snowfall days in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 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, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Canaan, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Canaan, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Canaan, CT

Average sunshine days in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
New Canaan, CT

Average UV index in March - New Canaan, 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
New Canaan, CT

Average cloud cover in March - New Canaan, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
New Canaan, CT

Average visibility in March - New Canaan, 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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