March weather forecast
Niantic, CT

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Weather in March

March in Niantic, Connecticut, signifies the advent of spring. Compared to the snow-peppered landscape in February, the town welcomes a noticeable increase in temperature. Visual clarity improves as the elements calm down, and the days start to seem longer. March, with its average rainfall of 2.95" (75mm), starts to breathe life back into nature. Refreshing showers alleviate the lingering winter chill.

Temperature

The shift into March in Niantic is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). In Niantic, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Niantic, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Niantic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.8 days and collects up to 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Niantic, Connecticut, are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Niantic, the average seawater temperature in March is 39.7°F (4.3°C).
Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Niantic is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 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 Niantic is 6.2h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Niantic in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Niantic, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What are the least humid months in Niantic?

The months with the lowest humidity in Niantic are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March in Niantic?

The average relative humidity in March in Niantic, Connecticut, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Niantic?

In Niantic, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Niantic?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Niantic, Connecticut. Snow falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Niantic in March?

In Niantic, Connecticut, during March, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Niantic?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Niantic is 39.7°F (4.3°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Niantic?

On the first day of March in Niantic, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

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

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.

How long on average sun shines in March in Niantic?

In Niantic, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Niantic?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Niantic?

In Niantic, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Niantic, CT

Average temperature in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Niantic, CT

Average pressure in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Niantic, CT

Average wind speed in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Niantic, CT

Average humidity in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Niantic, CT

Average rainfall in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in March
Niantic, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Niantic, CT

Average snowfall in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Niantic, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Niantic, CT

Average sea temperature in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average sea temperature in March: 39.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Niantic, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Niantic, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Niantic, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Niantic, CT

Average UV index in March - Niantic, 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
Niantic, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Niantic, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Niantic, CT

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

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

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