March weather forecast
Dixmont, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dixmont, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

Dixmont's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in February to a wintry 36°F (2.2°C). During March, Dixmont sees a mean low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Dixmont, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Dixmont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.1 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 42.32" (1075mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 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

The average sunshine in March in Dixmont is 5.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Dixmont?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Dixmont, is 36°F (2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Dixmont, during March, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:03 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?

In Dixmont, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Dixmont, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°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 (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Dixmont, ME

Average pressure in March - Dixmont, 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
Dixmont, ME

Average wind speed in March - Dixmont, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Dixmont, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Dixmont, ME

Average rainfall in March - Dixmont, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Dixmont, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dixmont, ME

Average snowfall in March - Dixmont, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dixmont, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Dixmont, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dixmont, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dixmont, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Dixmont, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Dixmont, ME

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Dixmont, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Dixmont, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Dixmont, ME

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

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

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