Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in March, with temperatures adjusting from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). In Meriden, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).Humidity
In Meriden, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, 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. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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When are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How long on average sun shines in March?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in March?
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Meriden, 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 12min).
- 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).
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).
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).
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).
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).