March weather forecast
Sheffield, VT

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sheffield, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.4°F (0.8°C) and min 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

Sheffield in March observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in February to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In Sheffield, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Sheffield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 18 days. Throughout March, 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108 snowfall days, and 60.35" (1533mm) 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 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, Sheffield experiences an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Sheffield, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Sheffield, Vermont, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sheffield, in March, snow falls for 18 days, with typically accumulated 9.65" (245mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:24 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:15 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sheffield is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Sheffield, VT

Average temperature in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Sheffield, VT

Average pressure in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sheffield, VT

Average wind speed in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sheffield, VT

Average humidity in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Sheffield, VT

Average rainfall in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Sheffield, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sheffield, VT

Average snowfall in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sheffield, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sheffield, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5 days).

Average UV index in March
Sheffield, VT

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sheffield, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Sheffield, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Sheffield, VT

Average visibility in March - Sheffield, 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).

Sheffield, Vermont, USA

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