March weather forecast
Waterbury, CT

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Weather in March

With Spring around the corner, March observes a significant increase in temperature. The temperatures vary from 29.1°F to 44.1°F, making the month relatively warmer. An increase in daylight hours and reduced snowfall are signs of Spring's approaching footsteps. While the city starts to thaw, the remnants of winter still linger. March, serving as a transition point, is an eclectic blend of the late winter chill and early signs of spring.

Temperature

As March arrives, Waterbury's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's icy 36°F to a frosty 44.1°F. Nighttime temperature in Waterbury lowers to an average of 29.1°F in March.

Humidity

In Waterbury, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Waterbury, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.72" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 34.57" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Waterbury, Connecticut. In March, in Waterbury, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 4.45" of snow is accumulated. In Waterbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 20.35" 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 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In Waterbury, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Waterbury. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

How cold is it in Waterbury in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Waterbury, is 44.1°F, while the low-temperature averages to 29.1°F.

What is the average humidity in March in Waterbury?

In Waterbury, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Waterbury in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 2.72" of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Waterbury in March?

In Waterbury, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Waterbury have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Waterbury?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Waterbury, Connecticut, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Waterbury?

In Waterbury, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Waterbury?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Waterbury?

In Waterbury, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value 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
Waterbury, CT

Average temperature in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Waterbury, CT

Average pressure in March - Waterbury, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Waterbury, CT

Average wind speed in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Waterbury, CT

Average humidity in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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
Waterbury, CT

Average rainfall in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in March
Waterbury, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Waterbury, CT

Average snowfall in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Waterbury, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 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
Waterbury, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Waterbury, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Waterbury, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Waterbury, CT

Average UV index in March - Waterbury, 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
Waterbury, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Waterbury, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Waterbury, CT

Average visibility in March - Waterbury, 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).

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