March weather forecast
Paris, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Paris, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout the month of March, Paris sees a steady low-temperature average of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Paris, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.46" (545mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Paris, in March, during 13.2 snowfall days, 7.09" (180mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.1 snowfall days, and 47.64" (1210mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:08 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Paris, during March, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Paris, Maine, during March, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paris have in March?

In Paris, 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 6:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:08 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 Paris have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What are the months 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Paris, ME

Average temperature in March - Paris, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Paris, ME

Average pressure in March - Paris, 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
Paris, ME

Average wind speed in March - Paris, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Paris, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Paris, ME

Average rainfall in March - Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Paris, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Paris, ME

Average snowfall in March - Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.09"

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
Paris, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Paris, 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 3min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Paris, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Paris, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (14 days).

Average UV index in March
Paris, ME

Average UV index in March - Paris, 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
Paris, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Paris, ME

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

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

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