March weather forecast
East Orland, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in East Orland, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in East Orland's average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is recorded during the month of March.

Humidity

In East Orland, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In East Orland, in March, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Orland, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 19.61" (498mm) 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 6:10 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:01 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 East Orland, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in East Orland?

The average high-temperature, in March, in East Orland, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In East Orland, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In East Orland, in March, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Orland have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:01 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in East Orland, 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 in East Orland is 5.1h.

What is the month with 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 East Orland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
East Orland, ME

Average temperature in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in March
East Orland, ME

Average pressure in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30"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
East Orland, ME

Average wind speed in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
East Orland, ME

Average humidity in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
East Orland, ME

Average rainfall in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
East Orland, ME

Average rainfall days in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Orland, ME

Average snowfall in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Orland, ME

Average snowfall days in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
East Orland, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Orland, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Orland, ME

Average sunshine days in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
East Orland, ME

Average UV index in March - East Orland, 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
East Orland, ME

Average cloud cover in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
East Orland, ME

Average visibility in March - East Orland, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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