March weather forecast
Freeport, ME

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Weather in March

Once Freeport reaches March, the winter slowly starts to thaw, allowing a subtle shift towards warmer spring weather. The month experiences a substantial growth in temperature, especially when compared to February. Increasing daylight hours herald the seasonal change, reviving the city from winter slumber. While the last traces of snow can still be seen in this month, rainfall begins to gain prominence. It's a dynamic transitional period as winter loosens its grip and prepares to make way for spring

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Freeport, Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Freeport are January through May, November and December. In Freeport, Maine, in March, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Freeport, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.2 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Freeport, Maine, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:06 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 Freeport, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Freeport is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Freeport, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Freeport?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:06 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 Freeport have in March?

In Freeport, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the month with 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 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Freeport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Freeport, ME

Average temperature in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Freeport, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Freeport, ME

Average wind speed in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Freeport, ME

Average humidity in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Freeport, ME

Average rainfall in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Freeport, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Freeport, ME

Average snowfall in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Freeport, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Freeport, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Freeport, ME

Average UV index in March - Freeport, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Freeport, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Freeport, ME

Average visibility in March - Freeport, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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