March weather forecast
Northfield, VT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Northfield, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). Northfield reports a consistent average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Northfield, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Northfield, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Northfield, sunrise is at 6:32 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 4h.

UV index

In Northfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Northfield, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Northfield?

In Northfield, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Northfield?

In Northfield, during March, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

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 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 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 Northfield have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Northfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in March
Northfield, VT

Average temperature in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average pressure in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average wind speed in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average humidity in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average rainfall in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average snowfall in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Northfield, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • 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
Northfield, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average UV index in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Northfield, 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
Northfield, VT

Average visibility in March - Northfield, 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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