March weather forecast
Southbury, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Southbury, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

Southbury's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Throughout March, Southbury's nights cool down to an average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In Southbury, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Southbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Southbury, during March, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow. In Southbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.8 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 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 is 5.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Southbury, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Southbury, Connecticut, during March, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Southbury, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Southbury, CT

Average temperature in March - Southbury, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Southbury, CT

Average pressure in March - Southbury, 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
Southbury, CT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Southbury, CT

Average humidity in March - Southbury, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Southbury, CT

Average rainfall in March - Southbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Southbury, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Southbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Southbury, CT

Average snowfall in March - Southbury, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

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
Southbury, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Southbury, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Southbury, 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: 5h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Southbury, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Southbury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Southbury, CT

Average UV index in March - Southbury, 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
Southbury, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Southbury, 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 36).

Average visibility in March
Southbury, CT

Average visibility in March - Southbury, 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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