March weather forecast
Farmington, ME

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Weather in March

For Farmington, March contradicts the old saying, "In like a lion, out like a lamb." Temperature averages swing from 19.9°F (-6.7°C) to as high as 34.5°F (1.4°C), indicating the slow but certain onset of warmer months. The weather fluctuates between the last vestiges of winter and the early whispers of spring. Snowfall is replaced gradually by rains, causing the city to trade its fur coats for rain jackets.

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). Nightly temperatures in Farmington drop to an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) in March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Farmington, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.2 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 13.4 days. Throughout March, 8.23" (209mm) of snow is accumulated. In Farmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 46.54" (1182mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:07 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 Farmington, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In Farmington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 34.5°F (1.4°C) and the low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Farmington, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Farmington, in March, snow falls for 13.4 days, with typically accumulated 8.23" (209mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Farmington have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:07 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 many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in March?

In Farmington, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Farmington, ME

Average pressure in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Farmington, ME

Average wind speed in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Farmington, ME

Average humidity in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Farmington, ME

Average rainfall in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Farmington, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Farmington, ME

Average snowfall in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Farmington, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Farmington, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Farmington, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Farmington, ME

Average UV index in March - Farmington, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Farmington, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Farmington, ME

Average visibility in March - Farmington, 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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