March weather forecast
Damariscotta, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Damariscotta, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

As Damariscotta, Maine, welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). During March, Damariscotta records an average temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Damariscotta, Maine, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.1 rainfall days, and 29.29" (744mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Damariscotta. In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In Damariscotta, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 18.27" (464mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 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 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, in Damariscotta, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Damariscotta, Maine, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 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 in Damariscotta?

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 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Damariscotta, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average temperature in March - Damariscotta, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Damariscotta, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average wind speed in March - Damariscotta, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average humidity in March - Damariscotta, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Damariscotta, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Damariscotta, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average snowfall in March - Damariscotta, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Damariscotta, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Damariscotta, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average UV index in March - Damariscotta, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Damariscotta, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Damariscotta, ME

Average visibility in March - Damariscotta, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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