March weather forecast
Rangeley, ME

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Weather in March

As winter fades, March ushers in a transition period for Rangeley weather. Notably, the snowfall decreases significantly with only 8.35" (212mm) of snow compared to the 12.6" (320mm) of February, and a reduced number of snowfall days. The tides of spring start to influence the weather as the daylight hours increase and temperatures gradually rise. Despite having the third-lowest amount of sunshine in the year, March sets the stage for the impending warmth of spring.

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from 22.8°F (-5.1°C) in February to a still freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Rangeley experiences an average low-temperature reading of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Rangeley, the average relative humidity in March is 89%.

Rainfall

In Rangeley, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.8 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rangeley, during March, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 snowfall days, and 50.51" (1283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:09 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 3.9h.

UV index

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Rangeley, is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Rangeley is 89%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rangeley, in March, snow falls for 16.8 days, with typically accumulated 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:09 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rangeley, ME

Average temperature in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Rangeley, ME

Average pressure in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rangeley, ME

Average wind speed in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Rangeley, ME

Average humidity in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, July and August (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rangeley, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rangeley, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Rangeley, ME

Average UV index in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rangeley, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in March
Rangeley, ME

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

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

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