March weather forecast
Greenville, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Greenville, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and max 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Greenville observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from February's subzero cold 23°F (-5°C) to a still freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In Greenville, the average nighttime temperature during March is a still freezing cold 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Greenville is 89%.

Rainfall

In Greenville, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Greenville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Greenville, in March, during 19.8 snowfall days, 13.43" (341mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Greenville, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.3 days and aggregates up to 76.26" (1937mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:05 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 3.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Greenville, records 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Greenville, in March, snow falls for 19.8 days, with typically accumulated 13.43" (341mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Greenville, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Greenville?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:05 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 3.8h.

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 Greenville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Greenville, ME

Average temperature in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Greenville, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Greenville, ME

Average wind speed in March - Greenville, 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 (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Greenville, ME

Average humidity in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Greenville, ME

Average rainfall in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Greenville, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Greenville, ME

Average snowfall in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 13.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Greenville, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Greenville, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Greenville, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Greenville, ME

Average UV index in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Greenville, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in March
Greenville, ME

Average visibility in March - Greenville, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, August, September and December (4mi).

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