March weather forecast
Rockwood, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rockwood, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Rockwood's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's 22.6°F (-5.2°C) to a still subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). During March nights, Rockwood records an average temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Rockwood, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.8 rainfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 18.3 days. Throughout March, 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 snowfall days, and 52.32" (1329mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rockwood is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:06 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 3.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Rockwood?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 17.2°F (-8.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Rockwood is 89%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rockwood, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rockwood, during March, snow falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:06 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 Rockwood, the average sunshine duration in March is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Rockwood, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.7°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 (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Rockwood, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rockwood, ME

Average wind speed in March - Rockwood, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Rockwood, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Rockwood, ME

Average rainfall in March - Rockwood, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Rockwood, ME

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rockwood, ME

Average snowfall in March - Rockwood, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rockwood, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Rockwood, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rockwood, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rockwood, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Rockwood, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Rockwood, ME

Average UV index in March - Rockwood, 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 January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rockwood, ME

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in March
Rockwood, ME

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

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

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