March weather forecastNorwich, VT
March
Weather in March
As the transition month between winter and spring, March shows a notable rise in temperatures, which progressively thaws the winter snow. The maximum average temperature peaks at 36.1°F (2.3°C), marking a significant increase from February's cold. With an increased number of daylight hours, people find more opportunities to venture outside. Characteristics synonymous with spring start appearing towards the end of the month, making March an interesting period with a mix of changing weather patterns and blossoming nature.Temperature
March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in February to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). During March, Norwich's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).Humidity
In Norwich, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.Rainfall
In Norwich, in March, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Norwich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout March, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Norwich, there are 75.5 snowfall days, and 40.83" (1037mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 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 Norwich, the average sunshine in March is 5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Norwich, VT
- Average high temperature in March: 36.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Norwich, VT
- Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Norwich, VT
- Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Norwich, VT
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Norwich, VT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
Norwich, VT
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Norwich, VT
- Average snowfall in March: 6.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Norwich, VT
- Average snowfall days in March: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Norwich, VT
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Norwich, VT
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Norwich, VT
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Norwich, VT
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in March
Norwich, VT
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (4mi).
