March weather forecastScotland, CT

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Scotland, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's icy 36.7°F (2.6°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Scotland's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Scotland, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Scotland, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 33.74" (857mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Scotland. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Scotland is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Scotland, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:13 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Scotland 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Scotland, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

The average relative humidity in March in Scotland is 75%.

In Scotland, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

March is the month with the most snowfall in Scotland, Connecticut. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

In Scotland, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

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

On the first day of March in Scotland, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"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).

Average wind speed in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

Average rainfall in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average snowfall in March: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Scotland, 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 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Scotland, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Scotland, CT

  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Scotland, 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).