March weather forecast
West Haven, CT

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Weather in March

March appears as a bridging month from winter's chill to spring's temperate climate in West Haven. With temperatures commencing a noticeable climb, the farewell to snowfall becomes apparent. Days begin to receive more sunshine hours, increasing outdoor activities after winter's confinement. The increased daylight hours encourage locals and tourists alike to explore the city's numerous attractions. As compared to February, a notable shift can be discerned in the climatic behavior of West Haven.

Temperature

West Haven's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). West Haven experiences a mean low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In West Haven, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In West Haven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 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 West Haven, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in West Haven, is 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In West Haven, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In West Haven, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Haven have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 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 many hours of sunshine does West Haven have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

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 intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
West Haven, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°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 (25.5°F).

Average pressure in March
West Haven, CT

Average pressure in March - West Haven, 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
West Haven, CT

Average wind speed in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
West Haven, CT

Average humidity in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

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

Average rainfall in March
West Haven, CT

Average rainfall in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
West Haven, CT

Average rainfall days in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Haven, CT

Average snowfall in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Haven, CT

Average snowfall days in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Haven, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Haven, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Haven, CT

Average sunshine days in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
West Haven, CT

Average UV index in March - West Haven, 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
West Haven, CT

Average cloud cover in March - West Haven, 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 29).

Average visibility in March
West Haven, CT

Average visibility in March - West Haven, 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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