March weather forecastPlainfield, VT
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Plainfield, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).Temperature
As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in February to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C) during March.Humidity
In Plainfield, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Plainfield, Vermont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plainfield, in March, snow falls for 18.5 days, with typically accumulated 9.45" (240mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 snowfall days, and 58.82" (1494mm) 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 6:25 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 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 is 4h.UV index
In Plainfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Plainfield, VT
- Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Plainfield, 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
Plainfield, VT
- Average wind speed in March: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Plainfield, VT
- Average humidity in March: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Plainfield, VT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in March
Plainfield, VT
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Plainfield, VT
- Average snowfall in March: 9.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Plainfield, VT
- Average snowfall days in March: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plainfield, 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 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Plainfield, VT
- Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Plainfield, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Plainfield, VT
- Average cloud cover in March: 68
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in March
Plainfield, 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).
