March weather forecast
Pownal, VT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Pownal, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

March witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Pownal is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 14.1 days and typically collects 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pownal, in March, during 12.6 snowfall days, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.1 snowfall days, and 39.09" (993mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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 Pownal, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Pownal is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall in Pownal. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In Pownal, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Pownal, VT

Average temperature in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Pownal, VT

Average pressure in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pownal, VT

Average wind speed in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Pownal, VT

Average humidity in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Pownal, VT

Average rainfall in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.6").

Average rainfall days in March
Pownal, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 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
Pownal, VT

Average snowfall in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pownal, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pownal, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pownal, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Pownal, VT

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

Average cloud cover in March
Pownal, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Pownal, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Pownal, VT

Average visibility in March - Pownal, 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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