March weather forecastShaftsbury, VT
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Shaftsbury, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).Temperature
Shaftsbury's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). Throughout March, Shaftsbury registers a consistent average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically collects 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shaftsbury, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow. In Shaftsbury, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.4 days and aggregates up to 44.72" (1136mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.3h.UV index
In Shaftsbury, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average wind speed in March: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.44").
Average rainfall days in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average rainfall days in March: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average snowfall in March: 7.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Shaftsbury, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average cloud cover in March: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in March
Shaftsbury, VT
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
