March weather forecast
Burlington, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Burlington, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) in February to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Throughout the month of March, Burlington witnesses an average temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are March, July and September Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Burlington, during March, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.6 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Burlington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Burlington experiences an average high-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are March, July and September Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in March?

In Burlington, in March, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Burlington?

In Burlington, during March, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 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 many hours of sunshine does Burlington have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Burlington, ME

Average temperature in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°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 (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Burlington, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Burlington, ME

Average wind speed in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Burlington, ME

Average humidity in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Burlington, ME

Average rainfall in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, July and September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Burlington, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Burlington, ME

Average snowfall in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Burlington, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Burlington, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Burlington, ME

Average UV index in March - Burlington, 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
Burlington, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Burlington, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Burlington, ME

Average visibility in March - Burlington, ME
  • 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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