March weather forecast
Ghent, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Ghent, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C). In March, Ghent records an average nighttime temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ghent, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Ghent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.8 days and collects up to 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ghent, in March, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Ghent, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ghent, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:03 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ghent in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ghent during March are 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Ghent?

In Ghent, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Ghent in March?

In Ghent, Maine, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ghent in March?

In March, in Ghent, Maine, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ghent have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ghent?

On the first day of March in Ghent, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:03 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ghent, Maine, 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 Ghent?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ghent?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Ghent?

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

Average temperature in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ghent, ME

Average pressure in March - Ghent, 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
Ghent, ME

Average wind speed in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Ghent, ME

Average humidity in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Ghent, ME

Average rainfall in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, November and December (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Ghent, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ghent, ME

Average snowfall in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ghent, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ghent, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ghent, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Ghent, ME

Average UV index in March - Ghent, 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
Ghent, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Ghent, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Ghent, ME

Average visibility in March - Ghent, 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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