March weather forecast
Strafford, VT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Strafford, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Strafford's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). An average temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) marks the nights in Strafford in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Strafford, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Strafford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Strafford, in March, during 14.4 snowfall days, 7.05" (179mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Strafford, Vermont, there are 77.6 snowfall days, and 45.12" (1146mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Strafford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Strafford, 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 Strafford, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Strafford?

During March, Strafford experiences an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Strafford?

In Strafford, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Strafford?

In March, in Strafford, Vermont, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Strafford in March?

In Strafford, Vermont, in March, snow falls for 14.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Strafford have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Strafford?

On the first day of March in Strafford, 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.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Strafford, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Strafford?

The average sunshine duration in March in Strafford is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Strafford?

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

Average temperature in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Strafford, VT

Average pressure in March - Strafford, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Strafford, VT

Average wind speed in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Strafford, VT

Average humidity in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Strafford, VT

Average rainfall in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Strafford, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Strafford, VT

Average snowfall in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Strafford, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Strafford, VT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Strafford, 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 5min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Strafford, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Strafford, VT

Average UV index in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Strafford, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Strafford, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Strafford, VT

Average visibility in March - Strafford, 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).

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