March weather forecast
Storrs, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Storrs, Connecticut, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is recorded during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Storrs, Connecticut, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Storrs, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Storrs. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 Storrs, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Storrs are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Storrs during March?

In Storrs, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Storrs?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Storrs?

In Storrs, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Storrs?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Storrs, Connecticut. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Storrs in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Storrs have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Storrs?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Storrs, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm EDT.

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

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 Storrs?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Storrs is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Storrs?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Storrs?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Storrs, CT

Average pressure in March - Storrs, 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
Storrs, CT

Average wind speed in March - Storrs, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

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

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Average humidity in March
Storrs, CT

Average humidity in March - Storrs, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Storrs, CT

Average rainfall in March - Storrs, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Storrs, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Storrs, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Storrs, CT

Average snowfall in March - Storrs, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Storrs, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Storrs, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 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
Storrs, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Storrs, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Storrs, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Storrs, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Storrs, CT

Average UV index in March - Storrs, 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
Storrs, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Storrs, 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 34).

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Average visibility in March
Storrs, CT

Average visibility in March - Storrs, CT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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