March weather forecast
Caribou, ME

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Weather in March

March sees an encouraging shift in weather patterns. Temperatures start to climb, but nightly freezing temperatures persist. There typically is around a foot of snowfall, but the days are becoming longer as the spring equinox approaches. The effects of snowmelt begin to show as small creeks and rivers swell with the influx of water.

Temperature

March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in February to a still subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Throughout March nights, Caribou registers an average low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Caribou, during March, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Caribou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Caribou, in March, snow falls for 20.8 days, with typically accumulated 13.03" (331mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 104.9 snowfall days, and 73.35" (1863mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Caribou, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 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 3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Caribou, records 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in March in Caribou?

The average relative humidity in March is 93%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Caribou, during March, snow falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.03" (331mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Caribou, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 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 Caribou have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Caribou is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

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 temperature in March
Caribou, ME

Average temperature in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Caribou, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Caribou, ME

Average wind speed in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Caribou, ME

Average humidity in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Caribou, ME

Average rainfall in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Caribou, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Caribou, ME

Average snowfall in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 13.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Caribou, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Caribou, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Caribou, ME

Average UV index in March - Caribou, 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
Caribou, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Caribou, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in March
Caribou, ME

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

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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