March weather forecast
Columbia, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Columbia, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Columbia's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's cold 36.7°F (2.6°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Columbia witnesses an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Columbia, Connecticut, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Columbia, Connecticut, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbia, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 33.74" (857mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Columbia, Connecticut, are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) 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 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 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 6.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
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. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Columbia in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Columbia, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Columbia?

In Columbia, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Columbia in March?

In March, in Columbia, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Columbia?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Columbia?

In March, in Columbia, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Columbia?

On the first day of March in Columbia, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Columbia, 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 Columbia have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Columbia?

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

Average temperature in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Columbia, CT

Average pressure in March - Columbia, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Columbia, CT

Average wind speed in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Columbia, CT

Average humidity in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Columbia, CT

Average rainfall in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Columbia, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Columbia, CT

Average snowfall in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Columbia, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Columbia, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Columbia, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Columbia, CT

Average UV index in March - Columbia, 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
Columbia, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Columbia, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Columbia, CT

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

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

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