March weather forecast
Bennett, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Bennett, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Bennett notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a still subzero cold 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bennett, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bennett, during March, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow. In Bennett, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.2 days and aggregates up to 62.83" (1596mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bennett, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:00 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 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during March translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Bennett, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 91%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bennett in March?

In Bennett, in March, snow falls for 17.3 days, with typically accumulated 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:00 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 Bennett, the average sunshine duration in March is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Bennett, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Bennett, ME

Average temperature in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Bennett, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bennett, ME

Average wind speed in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Bennett, ME

Average humidity in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Bennett, ME

Average rainfall in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Bennett, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bennett, ME

Average snowfall in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.74"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bennett, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bennett, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Bennett, ME

Average UV index in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 1

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

Average cloud cover in March
Bennett, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Bennett, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in March
Bennett, ME

Average visibility in March - Bennett, ME
  • 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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