March weather forecast
Limestone, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Limestone, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) in February to a still freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). March nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Limestone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.1 days and collects up to 24.21" (615mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Limestone, in March, snow falls for 20.8 days, with typically accumulated 8.9" (226mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 snowfall days, and 49.09" (1247mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:59 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 Limestone, the average sunshine in March is 3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in March translates into these instructions:
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. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Limestone, records 28.9°F (-1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Limestone, the average relative humidity in March is 93%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Limestone, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Limestone, during March, snow falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.9" (226mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Limestone, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:59 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 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Limestone, ME

Average temperature in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Limestone, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Limestone, ME

Average wind speed in March - Limestone, 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 (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Limestone, ME

Average humidity in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Limestone, ME

Average rainfall in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Limestone, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, June and August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Limestone, ME

Average snowfall in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Limestone, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Limestone, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Limestone, ME

Average UV index in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Limestone, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Limestone, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in March
Limestone, ME

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

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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