March weather forecast
Shaftsbury, VT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shaftsbury, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

Shaftsbury's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). Throughout March, Shaftsbury registers a consistent average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity 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

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shaftsbury, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow. In Shaftsbury, Vermont, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.4 days and aggregates up to 44.72" (1136mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

UV index

In Shaftsbury, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shaftsbury?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month in Shaftsbury?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Shaftsbury, during March, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Shaftsbury, in March, during 12.6 snowfall days, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shaftsbury have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 Shaftsbury have in March?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average pressure in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average wind speed in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average humidity in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average rainfall in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average snowfall in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average UV index in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Shaftsbury, 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
Shaftsbury, VT

Average visibility in March - Shaftsbury, 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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