March weather forecast
Hampden Highlands, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Hampden Highlands, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

As Hampden Highlands welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) on average during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Hampden Highlands, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hampden Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hampden Highlands, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.7 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 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. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. 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. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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 Hampden Highlands, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Hampden Highlands, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hampden Highlands, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hampden Highlands have in March?

The average day length in March in Hampden Highlands, Maine, is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / 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 Hampden Highlands, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

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

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average temperature in March - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.5°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: 22.1°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 (13.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average pressure in March - Hampden Highlands, 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
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average wind speed in March - Hampden Highlands, 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 Highlands, ME

Average humidity in March - Hampden Highlands, 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 Highlands, ME

Average rainfall in March - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average snowfall in March - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 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 Highlands, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hampden Highlands, 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 Highlands, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Hampden Highlands, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Hampden Highlands, ME

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Hampden Highlands, ME

Average visibility in March - Hampden Highlands, 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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