March weather forecast
Arlington, VT

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Weather in March

March signals the onset of spring in Arlington. The weather eases up as the temperatures rise, although they can still dip to freezing levels at night. The town experiences a decrease in snowfall to 5.75" (146mm), suggesting the gradual transition from winter to spring. March marks a significant turning point in the year's weather, as the harsh cold begins to fade, making way for warmer days ahead. The snow begins to melt, gradually revealing the land beneath.

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). During March, Arlington observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In Arlington, Vermont, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

March and September are months with the least rain in Arlington when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Arlington, during March, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow. In Arlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.9 days and aggregates up to 37.01" (940mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Arlington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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

In Arlington, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Arlington, records 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are March and September Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Arlington in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Arlington, during March, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Arlington, Vermont, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Arlington?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Arlington, VT

Average temperature in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Arlington, VT

Average pressure in March - Arlington, 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
Arlington, VT

Average wind speed in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Arlington, VT

Average humidity in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Arlington, VT

Average rainfall in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June, July and October (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in March
Arlington, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arlington, VT

Average snowfall in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arlington, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Arlington, VT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arlington, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arlington, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Arlington, VT

Average UV index in March - Arlington, 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
Arlington, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Arlington, VT

Average visibility in March - Arlington, VT
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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