March weather forecast
Lincoln, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lincoln, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) in February to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are March, July and September Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lincoln, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.6 days and aggregates up to 15.59" (396mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:01 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 Lincoln, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, Lincoln experiences an average high-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Lincoln, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall in Lincoln are March, July and September Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Lincoln, in March, during 10.4 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lincoln?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:01 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 Lincoln have in March?

In Lincoln, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lincoln, Maine, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Lincoln, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Lincoln, ME

Average temperature in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lincoln, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lincoln, ME

Average wind speed in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Lincoln, ME

Average humidity in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Lincoln, ME

Average rainfall in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, July and September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Lincoln, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lincoln, ME

Average snowfall in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lincoln, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lincoln, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Lincoln, ME

Average UV index in March - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Lincoln, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Lincoln, ME

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

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

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