March weather forecast
Danbury, CT

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Weather in March

Spring makes its debut in Danbury in March, causing a notable upswing in temperatures. There’s a sharp reduction in snowfall with only 0.31" (8mm) expected over about four days. This indicates a transitional phase from the blustery winter winds to a more temperate weather pattern. The landscape starts to bloom again with the longer sunny periods. Danbury marches into April with an optimistic weather forecast.

Temperature

The embrace of March brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature in Danbury, shifting from an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In the month of March, the temperature in Danbury generally rests at an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Danbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Danbury, Connecticut, in March, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Danbury, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Danbury is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Danbury, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Danbury, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Danbury?

In Danbury, in March, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Danbury?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Danbury?

In Danbury, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Danbury?

In Danbury, Connecticut, during March, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Danbury have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Danbury?

On the first day of March in Danbury, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

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 Danbury have in March?

In Danbury, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Danbury?

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

Average temperature in March - Danbury, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Danbury, CT

Average pressure in March - Danbury, 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
Danbury, CT

Average wind speed in March - Danbury, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Danbury, CT

Average humidity in March - Danbury, 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
Danbury, CT

Average rainfall in March - Danbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Danbury, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Danbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Danbury, CT

Average snowfall in March - Danbury, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Danbury, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Danbury, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 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
Danbury, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Danbury, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Danbury, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Danbury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Danbury, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Danbury, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Danbury, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Danbury, CT

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

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

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