March weather forecast
Fort Fairfield, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fort Fairfield, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and min 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

In Fort Fairfield, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in February to a still freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The low-temperature average for Fort Fairfield during March stands at an extreme cold 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Fort Fairfield, Maine, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Fairfield, in March, snow falls for 20.8 days, with typically accumulated 13.03" (331mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 104.9 snowfall days, and 73.35" (1863mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fort Fairfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:59 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 Fort Fairfield, the average sunshine in March is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and the low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Fort Fairfield, the average relative humidity in March is 93%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fort Fairfield, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Fort Fairfield, in March, during 20.8 snowfall days, 13.03" (331mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Fort Fairfield, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:59 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 Fort Fairfield have in March?

In Fort Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Fort Fairfield, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average temperature in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average wind speed in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average humidity in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 13.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average UV index in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average visibility in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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