March weather forecastRiverton, CT
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Riverton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).Temperature
In March, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from 34.2°F (1.2°C) in February to a still cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) is noted.Humidity
In Riverton, Connecticut, 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, there are 134.4 rainfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 7.32" (186mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Riverton 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
The average sunshine in March is 5.6h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
