March weather forecastClinton, CT
March
Weather in March
As winter yields to spring's call, March heralds a transitional phase in Clinton's weather. The marked increase in high temperatures to 43.7°F (6.5°C) provides a much-needed respite from the biting winter cold. Coupled with the extension of daylight hours to 12, the city starts revealing a distinctly different side. While occasional rainfall can bring about a refreshing change, it serves as a reminder of the impending spring season. March often witnesses a flurry of activities as the residents bid goodbye to ubiquitous snow.Temperature
The onset of March in Clinton introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Clinton is 74%.Rainfall
In Clinton, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Clinton, Connecticut, are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Clinton, the average seawater temperature in March is 39.7°F (4.3°C).Note: While swimming, this is deemed life-threatening and exceptionally hazardous. The icy water induces intense pain and causes swift hyperventilation. Employing a specialized swimsuit is required to offset thermal harm.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Clinton is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:14 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 in Clinton 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Clinton, CT
- Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Clinton, CT
- Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Clinton, CT
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Clinton, CT
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Clinton, CT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in March
Clinton, CT
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Clinton, CT
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Clinton, CT
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Clinton, 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 (38.5°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Clinton, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Clinton, CT
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Clinton, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Clinton, CT
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Clinton, 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).
