March weather forecast
Hartford, VT

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Weather in March

With the arrival of spring in March, Hartford witnesses a gradual departure from the icy grip of winter. The month experiences a significant jump in the average high temperature to 36.1°F (2.3°C), indicating a departure from freezing lows. Yet, the average number of rainy days spikes to 12.8, marking this period as the wettest in terms of the length of precipitation. Simultaneously, the span of daily sunshine extends to 12 hours, brightening the city. Encouragingly, Hartford shakes off its wintry layer, embracing the sprouting greens of spring.

Temperature

Hartford's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). Hartford anticipates an average minimum temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hartford, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.9 rainfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hartford, in March, during 13.8 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.9 snowfall days, and 35.91" (912mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hartford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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.
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 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hartford is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Hartford, 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hartford, in March, during 13.8 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) 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.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, 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?

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hartford is 5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hartford, VT

Average temperature in March - Hartford, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.1°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°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 (12.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Hartford, VT

Average pressure in March - Hartford, 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
Hartford, VT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Hartford, VT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Hartford, VT

Average rainfall in March - Hartford, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Hartford, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Hartford, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hartford, VT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hartford, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Hartford, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hartford, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hartford, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Hartford, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Hartford, VT

Average UV index in March - Hartford, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Hartford, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Hartford, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Hartford, VT

Average visibility in March - Hartford, 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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