March weather forecastNewport, VT
March
Weather in March
The urban climate of Newport, Vermont starts seeing significant changes in March as the region transitions fully into spring. The days begin to feel warmer as the frigid winter air gradually thaws. With the region still in the grip of melting snow, March witnesses a relative decrease in snowfall to 6.69" (170mm). Longer hours of sunlight become a distinct feature of the month, leading to an overall drop in humidity. As March morphs into April, weather alterations become increasingly evident, with snow diminishing rapidly.Temperature
With the onset of March, Newport's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).Humidity
In Newport, Vermont, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.Rainfall
In March, in Newport, Vermont, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Newport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 19.8" (503mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Newport. In March, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout March, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.8 snowfall days, and 38.86" (987mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Newport, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Newport, the average sunshine in March is 3.6h.UV index
In Newport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Newport, VT
- Average high temperature in March: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 18.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Newport, VT
- Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Newport, VT
- Average wind speed in March: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Newport, VT
- Average humidity in March: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Newport, VT
- Average rainfall in March: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
Newport, VT
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Newport, VT
- Average snowfall in March: 6.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Newport, VT
- Average snowfall days in March: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Newport, VT
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Newport, VT
- Average sunshine days in March: 8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Newport, VT
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Newport, VT
- Average cloud cover in March: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in March
Newport, VT
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
