March weather forecast
Hartford, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Hartford, Maine, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Hartford's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Hartford, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hartford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hartford, in March, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.83" (199mm) of snow. In Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 48.15" (1223mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hartford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:07 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 Hartford, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

Hartford in March has an average high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 7.83" (199mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Hartford, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:07 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 many hours of sunshine does Hartford have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Hartford, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in March
Hartford, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hartford, ME

Average wind speed in March - Hartford, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Hartford, ME

Average humidity in March - Hartford, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Hartford, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Hartford, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Hartford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hartford, ME

Average snowfall in March - Hartford, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hartford, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Hartford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hartford, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hartford, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Hartford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Hartford, ME

Average UV index in March - Hartford, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Hartford, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Hartford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Hartford, ME

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

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

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