March weather forecast
Hallowell, ME

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Weather in March

A welcome shift in Hallowell's weather pattern commences in March, paving the way for the eventual onset of spring. Temperatures experience an upward trend, with the high touching 37°F (2.8°C), a warming trend from the previous month's peak temperatures. Snowfall experiences a distinctive dip to 4.88" (124mm), and sunlight begins to carve out a more profound presence in daily life. As residents bid goodbye to winter, the city seems to breathe a sigh of relief and bask in the fresh promise of springtime temperatures. The landscape slowly awakens, replacing the hibernating frozen scenery with budding life and greening landscapes.

Temperature

In Hallowell, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.3 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hallowell, in March, during 10.7 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 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

In March, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Hallowell, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Hallowell, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 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?

In Hallowell, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hallowell, ME

Average temperature in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Hallowell, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hallowell, ME

Average wind speed in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Hallowell, ME

Average humidity in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Hallowell, ME

Average rainfall in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Hallowell, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hallowell, ME

Average snowfall in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hallowell, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hallowell, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hallowell, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Hallowell, ME

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hallowell, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Hallowell, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Hallowell, ME

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

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

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