March weather forecast
Prospect, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Prospect, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Prospect expects an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Prospect. In Prospect, in March, during 7.1 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prospect, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.2 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prospect, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Prospect, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Prospect 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Prospect in March?

In March, in Prospect, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Prospect?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Prospect?

In Prospect, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Prospect?

In Prospect, in March, during 7.1 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Prospect have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Prospect?

On the first day of March in Prospect, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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

In Prospect, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Prospect?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Prospect, CT

Average temperature in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Prospect, CT

Average pressure in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Prospect, CT

Average wind speed in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Prospect, CT

Average humidity in March - Prospect, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Prospect, CT

Average rainfall in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in March
Prospect, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Prospect, CT

Average snowfall in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Prospect, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Prospect, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prospect, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Prospect, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Prospect, 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 (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Prospect, CT

Average UV index in March - Prospect, 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
Prospect, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Prospect, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Prospect, CT

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

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

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