March weather forecast
Darien, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Darien, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

March comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). In Darien, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C) during March.

Humidity

In Darien, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Darien, Connecticut, there are 166.4 rainfall days, and 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Darien, Connecticut, are January through April, November and December. In Darien, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Darien, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.7 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Darien is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Darien, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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

The average sunshine in March in Darien 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Darien in March?

The high-temperature in Darien, Connecticut, during March is 44.6°F (7°C) and the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Darien?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Darien in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Darien in March?

In Darien, Connecticut, in March, during 5 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Darien have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Darien?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Darien, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Darien, Connecticut, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Darien?

In Darien, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Darien?

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

Average temperature in March - Darien, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Darien, CT

Average pressure in March - Darien, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Darien, CT

Average wind speed in March - Darien, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Darien, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Darien, CT

Average rainfall in March - Darien, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.03"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in March
Darien, CT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Darien, CT

Average snowfall in March - Darien, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Darien, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Darien, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Darien, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Darien, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Darien, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Darien, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Darien, CT

Average UV index in March - Darien, 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
Darien, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Darien, CT

Average visibility in March - Darien, 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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