March weather forecast
Salisbury, CT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salisbury, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.5°F (5.3°C) and min 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Salisbury observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's cold 33.6°F (0.9°C) to a still wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Salisbury's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Salisbury is 79%.

Rainfall

In Salisbury, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Salisbury, Connecticut, are January through May, October through December. In Salisbury, Connecticut, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 5.71" (145mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salisbury, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Salisbury is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Salisbury, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Salisbury is 5.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. 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

How cold does it get in Salisbury in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Salisbury?

In March, the average relative humidity in Salisbury, Connecticut, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Salisbury in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Salisbury in March?

In Salisbury, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 5.71" (145mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Salisbury?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Salisbury, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Salisbury is 5.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Salisbury?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Salisbury is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Salisbury, CT

Average temperature in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Salisbury, CT

Average pressure in March - Salisbury, 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
Salisbury, CT

Average wind speed in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Salisbury, CT

Average humidity in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Salisbury, CT

Average rainfall in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in March
Salisbury, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Salisbury, CT

Average snowfall in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Salisbury, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 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
Salisbury, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salisbury, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Salisbury, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Salisbury, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Salisbury, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Salisbury, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in March
Salisbury, CT

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

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

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