March weather forecast
Barkhamsted, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Barkhamsted, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a still icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). Barkhamsted, in March, experiences an average temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Barkhamsted, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Barkhamsted, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.4 rainfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Barkhamsted, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Barkhamsted, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Barkhamsted, Connecticut, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Barkhamsted, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Barkhamsted?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Barkhamsted, is 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Barkhamsted?

In Barkhamsted, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Barkhamsted?

In Barkhamsted, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Barkhamsted?

In Barkhamsted, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Barkhamsted?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Barkhamsted?

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 Barkhamsted?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Barkhamsted, Connecticut, is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Barkhamsted?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Barkhamsted?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Barkhamsted, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average temperature in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average pressure in March - Barkhamsted, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average wind speed in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average humidity in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average rainfall in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average snowfall in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Barkhamsted, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Barkhamsted, CT

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Barkhamsted, CT

Average visibility in March - Barkhamsted, CT
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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