March weather forecast
New Haven, IN

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Weather in March

March marks a significant transition in the weather of New Haven, Indiana with noticeable changes. The temperature starts climbing towards spring with lows of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and highs of 46°F (7.8°C) breaking the icy grip of winter. The gradual thawing begins, giving way to increased rainfall as nature prepares for spring’s bloom. The city gradually sheds its wintry robes, imbuing the landscape with hues of green. Despite the intermittent grey, New Haven begins to bask in longer hours of daylight, paving the way for the warmer times ahead.

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). During March nights, New Haven witnesses a consistent average temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In New Haven, Indiana, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In New Haven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Haven, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In New Haven, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, in New Haven, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:04 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 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, New Haven experiences an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In New Haven, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In New Haven, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:04 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 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in New Haven is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
New Haven, IN

Average temperature in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in March
New Haven, IN

Average pressure in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Haven, IN

Average wind speed in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
New Haven, IN

Average humidity in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
New Haven, IN

Average rainfall in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
New Haven, IN

Average rainfall days in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Haven, IN

Average snowfall in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Haven, IN

Average snowfall days in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Haven, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Haven, IN
  • 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Haven, IN

Average sunshine days in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
New Haven, IN

Average UV index in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
New Haven, IN

Average cloud cover in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
New Haven, IN

Average visibility in March - New Haven, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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