March weather forecast
Bridgeport, CT

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Weather in March

Weather in March brings a significant change as Bridgeport moves towards spring. The city experiences the highest rainfall between February and March with 2.91" (74mm), hinting that the snow is finally starting to melt and temperatures are beginning to rise. There are more hours of daylight, making it possible for Connecticut residents to spend more time outdoors. This month is a transition period from the biting winter to a more comfortable, warmer season.

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the nights in March, Bridgeport experiences a consistent average temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bridgeport is 73%.

Rainfall

In Bridgeport, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bridgeport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 37.76" (959mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Bridgeport. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature in Bridgeport is 39.7°F (4.3°C).
Note: In swimming, this scenario poses immediate life-threatening danger. Breathing control is totally lost and logical thinking nearly impossible. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal loss.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bridgeport is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Bridgeport, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 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 6.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bridgeport. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Bridgeport during March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Bridgeport, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bridgeport?

The average relative humidity in March in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, in March, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Bridgeport?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Bridgeport in March?

In Bridgeport, Connecticut, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in March in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, the average seawater temperature in March is 39.7°F (4.3°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Bridgeport?

On the first day of March in Bridgeport, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

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

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 Bridgeport have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bridgeport?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Bridgeport?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bridgeport, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bridgeport, CT

Average pressure in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Bridgeport, CT

Average wind speed in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bridgeport, CT

Average humidity in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bridgeport, CT

Average rainfall in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bridgeport, CT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bridgeport, CT

Average snowfall in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bridgeport, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Bridgeport, CT

Average sea temperature in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average sea temperature in March: 39.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bridgeport, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bridgeport, CT

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

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

Average cloud cover in March - Bridgeport, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Bridgeport, CT

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

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

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