March weather forecast
Jay, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Jay, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average high of 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) in February to a wintry 36°F (2.2°C). Jay experiences an average nighttime temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Jay, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 42.36" (1076mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Jay are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Jay, is 36°F (2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Jay, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Jay, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jay have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Jay, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in March?

In Jay, Maine, 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 snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Jay, ME

Average temperature in March - Jay, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Jay, ME

Average pressure in March - Jay, 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
Jay, ME

Average wind speed in March - Jay, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Jay, ME

Average humidity in March - Jay, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Jay, ME

Average rainfall in March - Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Jay, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jay, ME

Average snowfall in March - Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Jay, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jay, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jay, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Jay, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Jay, ME

Average UV index in March - Jay, 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
Jay, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Jay, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Jay, ME

Average visibility in March - Jay, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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