March weather forecast
Caratunk, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Caratunk, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C) in February to a cold 32°F (0°C). Caratunk, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

In Caratunk, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Caratunk, in March, during 17.9 snowfall days, 12.13" (308mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.5 snowfall days, and 72.09" (1831mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Caratunk, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:07 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 5h.

UV index

In Caratunk, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 32°F (0°C) and the low-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March in Caratunk?

In Caratunk, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Caratunk, Maine, in March, during 17.9 snowfall days, 12.13" (308mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Caratunk, 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 6:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:07 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 Caratunk have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Caratunk, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Caratunk, ME

Average temperature in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Caratunk, ME

Average pressure in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Caratunk, ME

Average wind speed in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Caratunk, ME

Average humidity in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Caratunk, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Caratunk, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Caratunk, ME

Average snowfall in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 12.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Caratunk, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Caratunk, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Caratunk, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Caratunk, ME

Average UV index in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Caratunk, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Caratunk, ME

Average visibility in March - Caratunk, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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