March weather forecast
Norwich, VT

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Weather in March

As the transition month between winter and spring, March shows a notable rise in temperatures, which progressively thaws the winter snow. The maximum average temperature peaks at 36.1°F (2.3°C), marking a significant increase from February's cold. With an increased number of daylight hours, people find more opportunities to venture outside. Characteristics synonymous with spring start appearing towards the end of the month, making March an interesting period with a mix of changing weather patterns and blossoming nature.

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in February to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). During March, Norwich's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Norwich, in March, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Norwich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout March, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Norwich, there are 75.5 snowfall days, and 40.83" (1037mm) 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 6:24 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

In Norwich, the average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 36.1°F (2.3°C) and the low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Norwich, Vermont, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Norwich, Vermont, in March, during 14.6 snowfall days, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Norwich have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Norwich?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 in Norwich?

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 Norwich, the average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Norwich, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Norwich, VT

Average temperature in March - Norwich, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°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 (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Norwich, VT

Average pressure in March - Norwich, 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
Norwich, VT

Average wind speed in March - Norwich, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

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
Norwich, VT

Average humidity in March - Norwich, 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
Norwich, VT

Average rainfall in March - Norwich, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

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
Norwich, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Norwich, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Norwich, VT

Average snowfall in March - Norwich, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Norwich, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Norwich, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Norwich, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Norwich, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Norwich, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Norwich, VT

Average UV index in March - Norwich, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Norwich, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Norwich, 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
Norwich, VT

Average visibility in March - Norwich, 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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