March weather forecast
Windsor, CT

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Weather in March

As winter slowly releases its grip, March ushers in the first inklings of spring in Windsor. There is an observable decrease in the snowfall to an average of 4.17" (106mm) and an increase in average high temperatures to a comparatively warmer 44.2°F (6.8°C). The increase in daylight brings a visible change to the city's landscape as snow starts melting to reveal greener patches. Fashion trends tend to combine warm and mid-season apparels, while the increased visibility also signals safer travel conditions. This month typically marks the beginning of agricultural activities in the area, capitalizing on the improving weather conditions.

Temperature

In Windsor, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from an icy 36°F (2.2°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During March in Windsor, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Windsor, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Windsor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.8 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Windsor, during March, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Windsor, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Windsor, 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Windsor, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Windsor, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Windsor?

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 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Windsor have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

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.

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Windsor, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Windsor, CT

Average pressure in March - Windsor, 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
Windsor, CT

Average wind speed in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Windsor, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Windsor, CT

Average rainfall in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Windsor, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
Windsor, CT

Average snowfall in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.17"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Windsor, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Windsor, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Windsor, CT

Average UV index in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Windsor, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Windsor, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Windsor, CT

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

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

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