March weather forecast
West Townshend, VT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in West Townshend, Vermont, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

In West Townshend, the onset of March comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from February's subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). West Townshend in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Townshend, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Townshend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Townshend, in March, during 11.1 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) 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 6:25 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:16 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 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in West Townshend, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in West Townshend is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In West Townshend, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 5" (127mm) 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 6:25 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:16 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 West Townshend have in March?

In West Townshend, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in West Townshend?

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

Average temperature in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
West Townshend, VT

Average pressure in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"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
West Townshend, VT

Average wind speed in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
West Townshend, VT

Average humidity in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
West Townshend, VT

Average rainfall in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
West Townshend, VT

Average rainfall days in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Townshend, VT

Average snowfall in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Townshend, VT

Average snowfall days in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Townshend, VT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Townshend, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Townshend, VT

Average sunshine days in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in March
West Townshend, VT

Average UV index in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
West Townshend, VT

Average cloud cover in March - West Townshend, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
West Townshend, VT

Average visibility in March - West Townshend, 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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