March weather forecastMiddletown, CT
March
Weather in March
The arrival of March in Middletown, Connecticut witnesses the transition from winter to spring. The city starts to warm up slowly and steadily, yet still compared to February, March hosts an intense wave of rainfall occurring over 12.7 days. The increasing daylight is a welcome relief for many after the dark winter days. Snowfall takes a backseat as March ushers in the bloom of spring. Temperatures in March see a significant rise, soaring from an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a high of 44.8°F (7.1°C).Temperature
As February transitions into March in Middletown, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). In Middletown, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Middletown, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Middletown, Connecticut, is March, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.Daylight
In Middletown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, 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 7:15 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
The average sunshine in March in Middletown is 6.1h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Middletown, Connecticut. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Middletown, CT
- Average high temperature in March: 44.8°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 (34°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Middletown, 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
Middletown, 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 (5.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Middletown, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Middletown, CT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Middletown, CT
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Middletown, CT
- Average snowfall in March: 4.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Middletown, CT
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Middletown, 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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Middletown, CT
- Average sunshine days in March: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Middletown, 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
Middletown, CT
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Middletown, CT
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June and July (5mi).
