March weather forecast
Old Saybrook, CT

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Weather in March

Old Saybrook's climate in March offers a transition. A warming trend emerges as the region braces for spring. The land starts to shake off its winter slumber with increasing daylight and sunshine hours. Snowfall reduces significantly, with more rain providing nourishment for the upcoming spring blooms. Temperatures in March range from 32.5°F (0.3°C) to 43.7°F (6.5°C), signaling a break from the severe cold of preceding months.

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in Old Saybrook's average high-temperature, moving from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). March brings Old Saybrook a consistent average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Old Saybrook, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Old Saybrook, 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 in Old Saybrook are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Old Saybrook is March, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Old Saybrook, the average seawater temperature in March is 39.7°F (4.3°C).
Note: In swimming, this scenario poses immediate life-threatening danger. Breathing control is totally lost and logical thinking nearly impossible. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Old Saybrook is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Old Saybrook, sunrise is at 6:32 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 March, the average sunshine in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Old Saybrook are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Old Saybrook?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Old Saybrook?

In Old Saybrook, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Old Saybrook in March?

In March, in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Old Saybrook?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Old Saybrook in March?

In March, in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in March in Old Saybrook?

In Old Saybrook, the average seawater temperature in March is 39.7°F (4.3°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in March in Old Saybrook?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Old Saybrook?

On the first day of March in Old Saybrook, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

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

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 Old Saybrook?

In Old Saybrook, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Old Saybrook?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Old Saybrook?

In Old Saybrook, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average temperature in March - Old Saybrook, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average pressure in March - Old Saybrook, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average wind speed in March - Old Saybrook, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average humidity in March - Old Saybrook, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average rainfall in March - Old Saybrook, 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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Old Saybrook, 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).

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Average snowfall in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average snowfall in March - Old Saybrook, 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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Old Saybrook, 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).

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Average sea temperature in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average sea temperature in March - Old Saybrook, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Old Saybrook, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Old Saybrook, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Old Saybrook, CT

Average UV index in March - Old Saybrook, 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
Old Saybrook, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Old Saybrook, 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
Old Saybrook, CT

Average visibility in March - Old Saybrook, 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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