March weather forecast
French Settlement, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in French Settlement, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from February's subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C) on average during March.

Humidity

In French Settlement, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In French Settlement, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In French Settlement, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In French Settlement, during March, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.1 snowfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in French Settlement is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:22 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In French Settlement, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In French Settlement, in March, during 12.6 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does French Settlement have in March?

In French Settlement, Maine, 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 6:11 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in French Settlement, 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, 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 French Settlement, Maine, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
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Average temperature in March
French Settlement, ME

Average temperature in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
French Settlement, ME

Average pressure in March - French Settlement, 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
French Settlement, ME

Average wind speed in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
French Settlement, ME

Average humidity in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
French Settlement, ME

Average rainfall in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
French Settlement, ME

Average rainfall days in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
French Settlement, ME

Average snowfall in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
French Settlement, ME

Average snowfall days in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 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
French Settlement, ME

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
French Settlement, ME

Average sunshine days in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
French Settlement, ME

Average UV index in March - French Settlement, 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
French Settlement, ME

Average cloud cover in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
French Settlement, ME

Average visibility in March - French Settlement, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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