March weather forecast
Belgrade, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Belgrade, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) throughout March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Belgrade, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.6 rainfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Belgrade, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Belgrade, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.9 days and aggregates up to 36.5" (927mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:05 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 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Belgrade, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Belgrade, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

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 6:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:05 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 Belgrade have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Belgrade, ME

Average temperature in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.5°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in March
Belgrade, ME

Average pressure in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Belgrade, ME

Average wind speed in March - Belgrade, 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 (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Belgrade, ME

Average humidity in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Belgrade, ME

Average rainfall in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Belgrade, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Belgrade, ME

Average snowfall in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Belgrade, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Belgrade, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Belgrade, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Belgrade, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Belgrade, ME

Average UV index in March - Belgrade, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Belgrade, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Belgrade, ME

Average visibility in March - Belgrade, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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