March weather forecast
Clinton, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Clinton, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). Clinton's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Clinton, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Clinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Clinton, during March, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow. In Clinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 37.56" (954mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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 7:04 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 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Clinton, is 36.3°F (2.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in March in Clinton?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Clinton, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Clinton, in March, during 10.7 snowfall days, 6.02" (153mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Clinton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Clinton, 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 7:04 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Clinton, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Clinton, ME

Average pressure in March - Clinton, 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
Clinton, ME

Average wind speed in March - Clinton, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Clinton, ME

Average humidity in March - Clinton, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Clinton, ME

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, October and December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Clinton, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Clinton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clinton, ME

Average snowfall in March - Clinton, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clinton, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Clinton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clinton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clinton, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Clinton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Clinton, ME

Average UV index in March - Clinton, 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
Clinton, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Clinton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Clinton, ME

Average visibility in March - Clinton, 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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