March weather forecastLakeside, CT

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Lakeside, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In Lakeside, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lakeside, in March, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.39" (137mm) of snow. In Lakeside, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.4 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 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 5.9h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in March, in Lakeside, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

In Lakeside, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Lakeside, during March, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

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

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

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.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Lakeside is 5.9h.

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

In Lakeside, 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 radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Lakeside, 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).

Average wind speed in March
Lakeside, 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 month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average snowfall in March: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lakeside, 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: 5h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Lakeside, CT

  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Lakeside, CT

  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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