March weather forecast
Chittenden, VT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chittenden, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and max 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) in February to a wintry 36°F (2.2°C). During the month of March, Chittenden experiences a steady low-temperature average of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Chittenden, Vermont, during March, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115 rainfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chittenden, during March, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Chittenden, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 20.16" (512mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:17 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 4.5h.

UV index

In Chittenden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 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 36°F (2.2°C) and the low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Chittenden, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Chittenden, in March, during 9.9 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Chittenden have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Chittenden, VT

Average temperature in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 36°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in March
Chittenden, VT

Average pressure in March - Chittenden, 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
Chittenden, VT

Average wind speed in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Chittenden, VT

Average humidity in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

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

Average rainfall in March
Chittenden, VT

Average rainfall in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Chittenden, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chittenden, VT

Average snowfall in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chittenden, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chittenden, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Chittenden, VT

Average UV index in March - Chittenden, 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
Chittenden, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Chittenden, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Chittenden, VT

Average visibility in March - Chittenden, 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).

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