March weather forecastWestbrook, CT
March
Weather in March
Weather conditions in March signal the transition from winter to spring in Westbrook. A rising temperature from freezing to a cool 43.7°F (6.5°C), sees a shift from snow to rain with 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation averaged during this month. As a consequence of this climatic interlude, it is advisable to have a raincoat or umbrella on hand. The evenings are still long and chilly, with a moderate breeze keeping the air fresh. Even with the rain you will still find more daylight hours to enjoy, marking the start of the beautiful spring season.Temperature
March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C).Humidity
In Westbrook, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Westbrook, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Westbrook, the average seawater temperature in March is 39.7°F (4.3°C).Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Westbrook, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Westbrook, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average sea temperature in March: 39.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Westbrook, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Westbrook, CT
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Westbrook, 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
Westbrook, 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
Westbrook, 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).
