March weather forecast
Canaan, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Canaan, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). Canaan's average low-temperature is measured at a freezing cold 20.5°F (-6.4°C) during March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months in Canaan.

Rainfall

In Canaan, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Canaan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Canaan, in March, during 12.7 snowfall days, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Canaan, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.8 days and aggregates up to 42.99" (1092mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:19 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Canaan are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Canaan, records 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Canaan, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Canaan, Maine, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Canaan have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health 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
Canaan, ME

Average temperature in March - Canaan, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Canaan, ME

Average pressure in March - Canaan, 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
Canaan, ME

Average wind speed in March - Canaan, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Canaan, ME

Average humidity in March - Canaan, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Canaan, ME

Average rainfall in March - Canaan, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Canaan, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Canaan, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Canaan, ME

Average snowfall in March - Canaan, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Canaan, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Canaan, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Canaan, 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Canaan, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Canaan, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Canaan, ME

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

Average cloud cover in March
Canaan, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Canaan, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Canaan, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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