March weather forecastColumbia, CT
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Columbia, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).Temperature
In Columbia, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 33.74" (857mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. 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
In March, the average length of the day in Columbia is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, 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.
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
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
