March weather forecast
Newport, VT

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Beachside homes overlooking the calm, blue water of the sea out front in Newport, Vermont
Beachside homes overlooking the calm, blue water of the sea out front in Newport, Vermont

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

How cold is March in Newport?

Newport in March has an average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Newport?

In Newport, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How much does it rain in Newport in March?

In Newport, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Newport in March?

In Newport, in March, snow falls for 18.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Newport?

In Newport, Vermont, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Newport?

On the first day of March in Newport, Vermont, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Newport, 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 Newport have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Newport?

In Newport, Vermont, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Newport, VT

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).

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Average pressure in March
Newport, VT

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Newport, VT

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).

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Average humidity in March
Newport, VT

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Newport, VT

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Newport, VT

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Newport, VT

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Newport, VT

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Newport, VT

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Newport, VT

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).

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Average UV index in March
Newport, VT

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Newport, VT

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).

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Average visibility in March
Newport, VT

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).

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