March weather forecast
Glastonbury, CT

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Weather in March

Emerging from February, Glastonbury experiences moderate increases in temperature during March. The weather pattern transitions from the blank canvas of winter whites to the colourful awakenings of spring. Increased daylight hours favor outdoor activities. While snowfall begins to recede, the month does usher in slightly greater rainfall. As the vestiges of winter retreat, they leave behind clear skies and better visibility.

Temperature

With the start of March in Glastonbury, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's cold 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In the month of March, Glastonbury's average low-temperature falls to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Glastonbury is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Glastonbury, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.5 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Glastonbury, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow. In Glastonbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.1 days and aggregates up to 15.63" (397mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Glastonbury is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Glastonbury, 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 Glastonbury is 6.2h.

UV index

In Glastonbury, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Glastonbury in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Glastonbury, records 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Glastonbury?

In Glastonbury, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Glastonbury?

In Glastonbury, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Glastonbury in March?

In Glastonbury, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Glastonbury have in March?

The average day length in March in Glastonbury is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Glastonbury?

On the first day of March in Glastonbury, Connecticut, 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.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Glastonbury?

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

Average temperature in March - Glastonbury, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Glastonbury, CT

Average pressure in March - Glastonbury, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"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
Glastonbury, CT

Average wind speed in March - Glastonbury, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Glastonbury, CT

Average humidity in March - Glastonbury, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Glastonbury, CT

Average rainfall in March - Glastonbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
Glastonbury, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Glastonbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Glastonbury, CT

Average snowfall in March - Glastonbury, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Glastonbury, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Glastonbury, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 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
Glastonbury, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glastonbury, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (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
Glastonbury, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Glastonbury, CT

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Glastonbury, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Glastonbury, CT

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

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

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