March weather forecast
Riverton, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Riverton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

As Riverton, Connecticut, transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) in February to a still wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In Riverton, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riverton, Connecticut, there are 134.4 rainfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riverton, Connecticut, are January through April, October through December. In Riverton, in March, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Riverton, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Riverton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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

In Riverton, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Riverton in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Riverton?

In Riverton, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Riverton?

In Riverton, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Riverton?

In Riverton, Connecticut, in March, during 6.4 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Riverton?

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

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Riverton, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Riverton, Connecticut, is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Riverton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Riverton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Riverton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Riverton, CT

Average temperature in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Riverton, CT

Average pressure in March - Riverton, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Riverton, CT

Average wind speed in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Riverton, CT

Average humidity in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Riverton, CT

Average rainfall in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Riverton, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Riverton, CT

Average snowfall in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Riverton, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.3 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
Riverton, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riverton, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Riverton, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Riverton, CT

Average UV index in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Riverton, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Riverton, CT

Average visibility in March - Riverton, CT
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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