March weather forecastShelton, CT
March
Weather in March
March is the transitional month in Shelton, Connecticut, signifying the thawing of winter and the stirring of spring. Temperatures begin to hike with the average high and low recorded at 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively. The snowfall dramatically drops from 3.23" (82mm) in February to almost 2.99" (76mm), marking the retreat of winter. As weather improves, tourist activities pick up speed, and the city shows off its appealing landscapes. Sunshine gets back on its feet, bringing vibrancy into everyone's lives.Temperature
The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is recorded.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Shelton, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Shelton, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shelton, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.3 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 Shelton, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shelton, CT
- Average high temperature in March: 44.2°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 (34.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Shelton, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Shelton, CT
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Shelton, CT
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Shelton, CT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Shelton, CT
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shelton, CT
- Average snowfall in March: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shelton, CT
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Shelton, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shelton, CT
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Shelton, CT
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
