March weather forecast
South Lyme, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in South Lyme, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) is witnessed in South Lyme, Connecticut, during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in South Lyme is 74%.

Rainfall

In South Lyme, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Lyme, there are 110.7 rainfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in South Lyme. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Lyme, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 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 6.3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in South Lyme?

In March, in South Lyme, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Lyme?

In South Lyme, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in South Lyme in March?

In South Lyme, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in South Lyme?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in South Lyme?

March is the last month it regularly snows in South Lyme. During 3.8 snowfall days, in March, South Lyme aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in South Lyme?

The average day length in March in South Lyme, Connecticut, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in South Lyme?

On the first day of March in South Lyme, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

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

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.

How long on average sun shines in March in South Lyme?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Lyme?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in South Lyme?

In South Lyme, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
South Lyme, CT

Average temperature in March - South Lyme, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Lyme, CT

Average pressure in March - South Lyme, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
South Lyme, CT

Average wind speed in March - South Lyme, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Lyme, CT

Average humidity in March - South Lyme, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
South Lyme, CT

Average rainfall in March - South Lyme, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Lyme, CT

Average rainfall days in March - South Lyme, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Lyme, CT

Average snowfall in March - South Lyme, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Lyme, CT

Average snowfall days in March - South Lyme, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Lyme, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Lyme, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Lyme, CT

Average sunshine days in March - South Lyme, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Lyme, CT

Average UV index in March - South Lyme, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
South Lyme, CT

Average cloud cover in March - South Lyme, 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 28).

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Average visibility in March
South Lyme, CT

Average visibility in March - South Lyme, 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).

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