March weather forecast
Wilton, CT

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

March witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Wilton experiences a consistent average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Wilton, in March, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.2 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Wilton, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Wilton?

In Wilton, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wilton have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Wilton, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Wilton, 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 Wilton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Wilton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Wilton, CT

Average temperature in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average pressure in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average wind speed in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average humidity in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average rainfall in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average snowfall in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average UV index in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

Average visibility in March - Wilton, 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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