March weather forecastStratford, CT
March
Weather in March
March arrives with subtle signs of a change in the weather conditions from winter to spring in Stratford. While still cold, the average temperatures increase noticeably from February and show a significant drop in snowfall. Though still relatively chilly, March's longer and brighter days start to invigorate the dormant nature, bringing the first buds and blooms of the year. The increase in daylight hours also marks the transition into the daylight savings phase.Temperature
In Stratford, stepping into March brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from February's cold 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Stratford's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Stratford, during March, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Stratford, Connecticut, are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Stratford is March, when snow falls for 5.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Stratford, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 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
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 in Stratford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Stratford, CT
- Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Stratford, 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
Stratford, CT
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Stratford, CT
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Stratford, CT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").
Average rainfall days in March
Stratford, CT
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Stratford, CT
- Average snowfall in March: 2.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Stratford, CT
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Stratford, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Stratford, 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 (11 days).
Average UV index in March
Stratford, 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
Stratford, 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 29).
Average visibility in March
Stratford, 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).
