March weather forecast
Basin Mills, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Basin Mills, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

In Basin Mills, the onset of March comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from February's freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

In Basin Mills, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Basin Mills, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Basin Mills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Basin Mills are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.1 snowfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:01 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 Basin Mills, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Basin Mills in March has an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Basin Mills, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How much does it rain in Basin Mills in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Basin Mills, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Basin Mills, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:01 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Basin Mills, 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 Basin Mills have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Basin Mills is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average temperature in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.7°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 (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average pressure in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average wind speed in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average humidity in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average rainfall in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average snowfall in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average UV index in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Basin Mills, ME

Average visibility in March - Basin Mills, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).

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