March weather forecast
Hampden Center, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hampden Center, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and max 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

March sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) in February to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). Hampden Center observes an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hampden Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.5 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hampden Center, in March, during 10 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hampden Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.1 days and aggregates up to 21.14" (537mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hampden Center is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:02 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 Hampden Center, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hampden Center, in March, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Hampden Center, in March, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March in Hampden Center is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:02 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hampden Center?

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 Hampden Center?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average temperature in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average pressure in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"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
Hampden Center, ME

Average wind speed in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average humidity in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average rainfall in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average snowfall in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hampden Center, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average UV index in March - Hampden Center, 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
Hampden Center, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Hampden Center, ME

Average visibility in March - Hampden Center, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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