March weather forecast
Rutland, VT

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Weather in March

March witnesses weather shifts in Rutland. Despite this, snow cover persists, although snowfall reduces to 3.35" (85mm). Notably, the weather starts to get a bit warmer, hinting at the coming of spring. The extended daylight hours hover around 12, while the amount of sunshine also increases, signalling the conclusion of winter. March sees a transformation in the weather, with nature beginning to awaken after the cold months.

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks March in Rutland, adjusting from February's subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Rutland reports an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Rutland, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rutland, Vermont, there are 119.8 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rutland, during March, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Rutland, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.6 days and aggregates up to 21.73" (552mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Rutland, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 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 March, the average sunshine in Rutland is 4.4h.

UV index

In Rutland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Rutland?

The high-temperature during March is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rutland?

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

How much does it rain in Rutland in March?

In Rutland, Vermont, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rutland in March?

In Rutland, in March, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rutland?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rutland?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Rutland, Vermont, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:17 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rutland?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rutland, Vermont, 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 Rutland?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rutland?

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

Average temperature in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rutland, VT

Average pressure in March - Rutland, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rutland, VT

Average wind speed in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rutland, VT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rutland, VT

Average rainfall in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rutland, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rutland, VT

Average snowfall in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rutland, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Rutland, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rutland, VT

Average UV index in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Rutland, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Rutland, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in March
Rutland, VT

Average visibility in March - Rutland, 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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