March weather forecastWest Rutland, VT
March
Weather in March
With the arrival of March, West Rutland begins to experience significant changes in weather conditions. Temperatures witness a considerable uptick at this time, nonetheless maintaining their place in the colder spectrum. Precipitation shifts more towards rainfall than snowfall, capturing a distinctive switch to spring conditions. There is a steady lengthening of daylight hours adding brightness to the landscape. A pronounced characteristic of this month is the average rainfall of 1.06" (27mm) occurring over approximately 9.3 days.Temperature
The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). West Rutland cools down to an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) throughout the month of March.Humidity
In West Rutland, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.8 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in West Rutland are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.6 snowfall days, and 21.73" (552mm) of snow is accumulated.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, sunrise is at 6:34 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
The average sunshine in March is 4.4h.UV index
In West Rutland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average high temperature in March: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in March
West Rutland, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average rainfall in March: 1.06"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").
Average rainfall days in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average snowfall in March: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Rutland, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.8 days).
Average UV index in March
West Rutland, 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 January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
West Rutland, VT
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in March
West Rutland, 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).
