March weather forecast
Prospect, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Prospect, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Prospect's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In March, Prospect records an average nighttime temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Prospect, in March, during 7.1 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.2 snowfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, in Prospect, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Prospect, in March, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Prospect, in March, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 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 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Prospect, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Prospect, CT

Average temperature in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Prospect, CT

Average pressure in March - Prospect, 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
Prospect, CT

Average wind speed in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Prospect, CT

Average humidity in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

Average rainfall in March
Prospect, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Prospect, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prospect, CT

Average snowfall in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prospect, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Prospect, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Prospect, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Prospect, CT

Average UV index in March - Prospect, 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
Prospect, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Prospect, CT

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

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

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