March weather forecastNew Britain, CT
March
Weather in March
March brings a shift in weather in New Britain, Connecticut. The high and low temperatures rise to 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively, marking the onset of spring. Snowfall reduces to an average of 4.17" (106mm) across 6.9 days. Moving forward into April, a noticeable rise in temperature and longer daylight hours signal the arrival of spring. This month is ideal for taking part in outdoor activities amidst new blooms in the city parks.Temperature
March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is observed in New Britain, Connecticut.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In New Britain, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Britain, there are 167.6 rainfall days, and 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in New Britain. In March, in New Britain, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in New Britain is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in New Britain, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 New Britain, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in New Britain is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
New Britain, CT
- Average high temperature in March: 44.1°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 (33.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in March
New Britain, 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
New Britain, CT
- Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
New Britain, 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
New Britain, CT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in March
New Britain, CT
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
New Britain, CT
- Average snowfall in March: 4.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
New Britain, CT
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Britain, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
New Britain, CT
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in March
New Britain, CT
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
New Britain, 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 34).
Average visibility in March
New Britain, CT
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and September (5mi).





