Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Riverside in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C) in February to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). The temperature in Riverside dips to an average of 34.2°F (1.2°C) during March nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Riverside is 72%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Riverside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 38.07" (967mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Riverside, in March, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Riverside, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.8 days and aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).Note: 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.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Riverside is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Riverside, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Riverside, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Riverside?
What is the average humidity in March in Riverside?
How much does it rain in Riverside in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Riverside?
What is the ocean temperature in March in Riverside?
How many hours of daylight does Riverside have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Riverside?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Riverside?
How long on average sun shines in March in Riverside?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Riverside?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Riverside?
Average temperature in March
Riverside, CT
- Average high temperature in March: 45°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Riverside, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Riverside, CT
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Riverside, CT
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, June and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Riverside, CT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.44").
Average rainfall days in March
Riverside, CT
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Riverside, CT
- Average snowfall in March: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Riverside, CT
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Riverside, CT
- Average sea temperature in March: 39.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.5°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Riverside, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Riverside, CT
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Riverside, 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
Riverside, CT
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Riverside, 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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