March weather forecast
West Haven, CT

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Weather in March

March appears as a bridging month from winter's chill to spring's temperate climate in West Haven. With temperatures commencing a noticeable climb, the farewell to snowfall becomes apparent. Days begin to receive more sunshine hours, increasing outdoor activities after winter's confinement. The increased daylight hours encourage locals and tourists alike to explore the city's numerous attractions. As compared to February, a notable shift can be discerned in the climatic behavior of West Haven.

Temperature

With the start of March in West Haven, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in West Haven, Connecticut, is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Haven, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in West Haven. March is the month with the most snowfall in West Haven. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in West Haven, Connecticut, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of March, in West Haven, sunrise is at 6:35 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

In March, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in West Haven in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in West Haven, is 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Haven?

In West Haven, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Haven?

In West Haven, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in West Haven?

March is the month with the most snowfall in West Haven. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in West Haven?

In March, in West Haven, Connecticut, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Haven?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in West Haven?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in West Haven, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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 West Haven?

In March, the average sunshine duration in West Haven, Connecticut, is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Haven?

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

How high is the UV index in March in West Haven?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in West Haven, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Haven, CT

Average temperature in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Haven, CT

Average pressure in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"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
West Haven, CT

Average wind speed in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Haven, CT

Average humidity in March - West Haven, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Haven, CT

Average rainfall in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Haven, CT

Average rainfall days in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Haven, CT

Average snowfall in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West Haven, CT

Average snowfall days in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 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
West Haven, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Haven, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Haven, CT

Average sunshine days in March - West Haven, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Haven, CT

Average UV index in March - West Haven, 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
West Haven, CT

Average cloud cover in March - West Haven, 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).

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Average visibility in March
West Haven, CT

Average visibility in March - West Haven, 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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