March weather forecast
Prospect, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Prospect, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Throughout March, Prospect registers a consistent average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Prospect, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Prospect, in March, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prospect, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 19.61" (498mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:02 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 Prospect, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Prospect, Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Prospect?

In Prospect, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Prospect?

In Prospect, during March, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prospect have in March?

In Prospect, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Prospect?

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, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:02 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 Prospect have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Prospect, ME

Average temperature in March - Prospect, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Prospect, ME

Average pressure in March - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

Average wind speed in March - Prospect, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Prospect, ME

Average humidity in March - Prospect, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Prospect, ME

Average rainfall in March - Prospect, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Prospect, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Prospect, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prospect, ME

Average snowfall in March - Prospect, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prospect, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Prospect, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prospect, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Prospect, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Prospect, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Prospect, ME

Average UV index in March - Prospect, 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
Prospect, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Prospect, ME

Average visibility in March - Prospect, 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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