March weather forecast
Bridgeport, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bridgeport, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Bridgeport's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are March and September Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bridgeport, in March, during 12.8 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bridgeport, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 25.35" (644mm) 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Bridgeport, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Bridgeport, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

What is the driest month?

March and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Bridgeport, 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Bridgeport, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Bridgeport, NY

Average temperature in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average pressure in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average wind speed in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average humidity in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average rainfall in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average snowfall in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average UV index in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Bridgeport, NY

Average visibility in March - Bridgeport, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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