March weather forecast
Old Bennington, VT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Old Bennington, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). In the month of March, Old Bennington's average low-temperature falls to a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically collects 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Old Bennington, in March, during 12.6 snowfall days, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Old Bennington, there are 70.4 snowfall days, and 44.72" (1136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Old Bennington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Old Bennington, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Old Bennington, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Old Bennington?

In Old Bennington, 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 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Old Bennington have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Old Bennington is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average temperature in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average pressure in March - Old Bennington, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average wind speed in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average humidity in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average rainfall in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.44").

Average rainfall days in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average snowfall in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average UV index in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Old Bennington, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Old Bennington, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Old Bennington, VT

Average visibility in March - Old Bennington, 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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