March weather forecast
Meriden, CT

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Meriden, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

In Meriden, the average high-temperature in March marginally rises from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). The average low-temperature, in Meriden, is 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Meriden is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Meriden, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Meriden, there are 162.7 rainfall days, and 34.57" (878mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Meriden. The month with the most snowfall in Meriden is March, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Meriden 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interpret into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Meriden?

The average high-temperature, in March, is 44.6°F (7°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Meriden?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Meriden in March?

In Meriden, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Meriden?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Meriden?

In March, in Meriden, Connecticut, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Meriden?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Meriden, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Meriden, Connecticut, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Meriden?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Meriden?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Meriden?

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

Average temperature in March - Meriden, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°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 (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Meriden, CT

Average pressure in March - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average wind speed in March - Meriden, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Meriden, CT

Average humidity in March - Meriden, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Meriden, CT

Average rainfall in March - Meriden, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Meriden, CT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Meriden, CT

Average snowfall in March - Meriden, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Meriden, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Meriden, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 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
Meriden, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Meriden, CT
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 8min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 14min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is 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
Meriden, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Meriden, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Meriden, CT

Average UV index in March - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Meriden, CT

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

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

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