March weather forecast
New Connecticut, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Connecticut, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). New Connecticut records an average nighttime low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In New Connecticut, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In New Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.5 days and collects up to 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Connecticut, during March, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow. In New Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.8 days and aggregates up to 48.82" (1240mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in New Connecticut, records 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In New Connecticut, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In New Connecticut, in March, snow falls for 15.6 days, with typically accumulated 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In New Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average temperature in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average pressure in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average wind speed in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average humidity in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average rainfall in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average rainfall days in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average snowfall in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average snowfall days in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 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 Connecticut, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average sunshine days in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average UV index in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average cloud cover in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
New Connecticut, NY

Average visibility in March - New Connecticut, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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