March weather forecastRipton, VT
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Ripton, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).Temperature
With the beginning of March, Ripton's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). Ripton reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) in March.Humidity
In Ripton, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.Rainfall
In Ripton, during March, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Ripton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.1 days and collects up to 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ripton, in March, during 15.2 snowfall days, 5.71" (145mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ripton, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.6 days and aggregates up to 36.97" (939mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Ripton, sunrise is at 6:33 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 Ripton, the average sunshine in March is 4.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ripton, VT
- Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Ripton, VT
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Ripton, VT
- Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Ripton, VT
- Average humidity in March: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Ripton, VT
- Average rainfall in March: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").
Average rainfall days in March
Ripton, VT
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ripton, VT
- Average snowfall in March: 5.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ripton, VT
- Average snowfall days in March: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ripton, 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: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ripton, VT
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Ripton, VT
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ripton, VT
- Average cloud cover in March: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in March
Ripton, VT
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).
