March weather forecast
Derby, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Derby, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Derby averages to a subzero cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In Derby, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Derby are January through May, October through December. In Derby, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow. In Derby, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.9 days and aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Derby is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:03 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 Derby, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Derby?

Derby in March has an average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Derby?

The average relative humidity in March in Derby is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in Derby?

In March, in Derby, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Derby?

In March, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Derby?

In Derby, Maine, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Derby?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Derby, Maine, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:03 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Derby?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Derby, Maine, 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 Derby?

The average sunshine duration in March in Derby, Maine, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Derby?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Derby?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Derby is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Derby, ME

Average temperature in March - Derby, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Derby, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Derby, ME

Average wind speed in March - Derby, 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 (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Derby, ME

Average humidity in March - Derby, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Derby, ME

Average rainfall in March - Derby, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Derby, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Derby, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Derby, ME

Average snowfall in March - Derby, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Derby, ME

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Derby, 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: 4h and 5min

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
Derby, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Derby, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Derby, ME

Average UV index in March - Derby, 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
Derby, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Derby, ME

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

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

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