March weather forecast
Hartford, CT

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The city of Hartford, Connecticut with the roads leading to the town, and trees on roadsides
The city of Hartford, Connecticut with the roads leading to the town, and trees on roadsides

Weather in March

Moving into March, the city of Hartford, Connecticut steps towards the brink of spring. A transformation ensues, with the climate reviving from winter's intense cold. A median high temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) signifies the transition into milder weather. Nevertheless, March retains wintry vestiges, tempering the emergent spring warmth with sporadic chills. On a positive note, this month marks the onset of longer daylight hours, infusing hope for the warmer times to come.

Temperature

Hartford in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C) in February to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Hartford records a steady low-temperature average of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hartford, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hartford, there are 113.2 rainfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hartford, Connecticut, are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.5 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Hartford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Hartford, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hartford are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hartford in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Hartford, records 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hartford?

The average relative humidity in March in Hartford, Connecticut, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Hartford in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Hartford?

In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hartford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Hartford, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

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

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

In Hartford, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hartford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hartford?

In Hartford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hartford, CT

Average temperature in March - Hartford, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°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 (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hartford, CT

Average pressure in March - Hartford, 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
Hartford, CT

Average wind speed in March - Hartford, 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
Hartford, CT

Average humidity in March - Hartford, 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
Hartford, CT

Average rainfall in March - Hartford, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hartford, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Hartford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hartford, CT

Average snowfall in March - Hartford, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hartford, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Hartford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 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
Hartford, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hartford, 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
Hartford, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Hartford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hartford, CT

Average UV index in March - Hartford, 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
Hartford, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Hartford, 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
Hartford, CT

Average visibility in March - Hartford, 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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