March weather forecast
Orrington, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Orrington, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). In March, Orrington's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Orrington, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Orrington, Maine, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orrington, there are 125.4 rainfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orrington, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Orrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Orrington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Orrington, sunrise is at 6:16 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Orrington?

During March, Orrington experiences an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Orrington?

In March, the average relative humidity in Orrington, Maine, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Orrington in March?

In Orrington, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Orrington in March?

In Orrington, Maine, during March, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orrington have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Orrington?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Orrington, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Orrington?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Orrington, 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 Orrington?

In Orrington, Maine, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Orrington?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Orrington?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Orrington, ME

Average temperature in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.5°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 (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Orrington, ME

Average pressure in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Orrington, ME

Average wind speed in March - Orrington, 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 (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Orrington, ME

Average humidity in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Orrington, ME

Average rainfall in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Orrington, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Orrington, ME

Average snowfall in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Orrington, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Orrington, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Orrington, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Orrington, ME

Average UV index in March - Orrington, 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
Orrington, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Orrington, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Orrington, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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