March weather forecast
New Portland, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in New Portland, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) in February to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). New Portland's temperature lowers to a mean of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

In New Portland, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In New Portland, during March, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.6 rainfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In New Portland, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In New Portland, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 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 average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. 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: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in New Portland?

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In New Portland, in March, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In New Portland, in March, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 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 New Portland, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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 temperature in March
New Portland, ME

Average temperature in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.1°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
New Portland, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Portland, ME

Average wind speed in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
New Portland, ME

Average humidity in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
New Portland, ME

Average rainfall in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
New Portland, ME

Average rainfall days in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Portland, ME

Average snowfall in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Portland, ME

Average snowfall days in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Portland, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Portland, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Portland, ME

Average sunshine days in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in March
New Portland, ME

Average UV index in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
New Portland, ME

Average cloud cover in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
New Portland, ME

Average visibility in March - New Portland, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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