March weather forecast
Cheshire, CT

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Weather in March

March signals the advent of spring in Cheshire. The weather starts to warm up modestly, consistent with the shift in season. Sunshine prevails slightly longer, and rainfall frequency increases. Crucially, March sees a notable shift in temperatures, with a comfortable gap between the highest, being 44.6°F (7°C), and the lowest, which is 30.2°F (-1°C). The city’s weather in March is more temperate and wet compared to February’s winter chill and snow.

Temperature

Cheshire, Connecticut, perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). Cheshire's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Cheshire, Connecticut, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Cheshire, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cheshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 34.57" (878mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Cheshire. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cheshire is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 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 in Cheshire is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Cheshire?

The high-temperature, in March, in Cheshire, is 44.6°F (7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cheshire?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cheshire?

In Cheshire, Connecticut, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Cheshire?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Cheshire, Connecticut. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cheshire in March?

In March, in Cheshire, Connecticut, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cheshire have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Cheshire?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Cheshire, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Cheshire have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Cheshire?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Cheshire, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cheshire, CT

Average temperature in March - Cheshire, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cheshire, CT

Average pressure in March - Cheshire, 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
Cheshire, CT

Average wind speed in March - Cheshire, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cheshire, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cheshire, CT

Average rainfall in March - Cheshire, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cheshire, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Cheshire, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cheshire, CT

Average snowfall in March - Cheshire, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cheshire, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Cheshire, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 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
Cheshire, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cheshire, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cheshire, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Cheshire, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cheshire, CT

Average UV index in March - Cheshire, 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
Cheshire, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Cheshire, 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
Cheshire, CT

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

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

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