March weather forecast
Plainfield, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plainfield, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is common during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Plainfield, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Plainfield, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plainfield are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Plainfield, Connecticut. Snow falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plainfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 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 is 6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. 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

Is it cold in Plainfield during March?

In Plainfield, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plainfield?

In March, the average relative humidity in Plainfield is 75%.

How much does it rain in Plainfield in March?

In Plainfield, Connecticut, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Plainfield?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Plainfield, Connecticut. Snow falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Plainfield in March?

In Plainfield, Connecticut, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Plainfield have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Plainfield?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Plainfield, Connecticut, 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 Plainfield?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Plainfield?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Plainfield?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Plainfield, CT

Average temperature in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Plainfield, CT

Average pressure in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"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
Plainfield, CT

Average wind speed in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plainfield, CT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plainfield, CT

Average rainfall in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plainfield, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plainfield, CT

Average snowfall in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Plainfield, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainfield, 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 0min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plainfield, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plainfield, CT

Average UV index in March - Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Plainfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Plainfield, CT

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

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

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