March weather forecast
Chelsea, VT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Chelsea, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in February to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In Chelsea, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Chelsea, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chelsea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chelsea, during March, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 snowfall days, and 58.82" (1494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 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 4h.

UV index

In Chelsea, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Chelsea, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Chelsea, in March, during 18.5 snowfall days, 9.45" (240mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chelsea have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Chelsea, 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 Chelsea, the average sunshine duration in March is 4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chelsea is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Chelsea, VT

Average temperature in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Chelsea, VT

Average pressure in March - Chelsea, 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).

Average wind speed in March
Chelsea, VT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Chelsea, VT

Average humidity in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Chelsea, VT

Average rainfall in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Chelsea, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chelsea, VT

Average snowfall in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chelsea, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chelsea, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chelsea, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Chelsea, VT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Chelsea, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Chelsea, VT

Average visibility in March - Chelsea, VT
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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