March weather forecast
Waterbury, VT

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Weather in March

The weather in March marks a significant shift from February's colder temperatures in Waterbury, Vermont. There is a decrease in snowfall, and the temperatures slowly become more comfortable. The month features noticeable changes, with the amount of daylight increasing to 12 hours. Though snow may still fall, the scent of spring is already in the air, a marked contrast to the heavy snowfall of January and February.

Temperature

As Waterbury welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Waterbury, Vermont, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.1 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Waterbury, in March, snow falls for 16.6 days, with typically accumulated 8.78" (223mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 100 snowfall days, and 52.87" (1343mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waterbury, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Waterbury, the average sunshine in March is 4.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 31, 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 34.9°F (1.6°C) and the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Waterbury, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Waterbury, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Waterbury, in March, during 16.6 snowfall days, 8.78" (223mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:17 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.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Waterbury, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Waterbury, VT

Average temperature in March - Waterbury, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Waterbury, VT

Average pressure in March - Waterbury, 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
Waterbury, VT

Average wind speed in March - Waterbury, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Waterbury, VT

Average humidity in March - Waterbury, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Waterbury, VT

Average rainfall in March - Waterbury, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Waterbury, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Waterbury, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Waterbury, VT

Average snowfall in March - Waterbury, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Waterbury, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Waterbury, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Waterbury, 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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Waterbury, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Waterbury, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Waterbury, VT

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

Average cloud cover in March
Waterbury, VT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Waterbury, VT

Average visibility in March - Waterbury, 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).

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