March weather forecast
Old Lyme, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Old Lyme, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In March, Old Lyme experiences an average nighttime temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.7 rainfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in Old Lyme. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) 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 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 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 Old Lyme, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Old Lyme, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.8 snowfall days, in March, Old Lyme aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 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 in Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Old Lyme, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Old Lyme, CT

Average pressure in March - Old Lyme, 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
Old Lyme, CT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Old Lyme, CT

Average humidity in March - Old Lyme, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Old Lyme, CT

Average rainfall in March - Old Lyme, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Old Lyme, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Old Lyme, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Old Lyme, CT

Average snowfall in March - Old Lyme, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Old Lyme, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Old Lyme, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Old Lyme, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Old Lyme, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and 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
Old Lyme, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Old Lyme, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Old Lyme, CT

Average UV index in March - Old Lyme, 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
Old Lyme, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Old Lyme, 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 28).

Average visibility in March
Old Lyme, CT

Average visibility in March - Old Lyme, 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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