March weather forecast
Saint Francis, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Saint Francis, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average low of 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Saint Francis's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's 20.3°F (-6.5°C) to a still freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In Saint Francis, an average low-temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) is recorded during March nights.

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saint Francis, in March, during 20.5 snowfall days, 14.06" (357mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Saint Francis, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.5 days and aggregates up to 71.89" (1826mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:04 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 3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Saint Francis, 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 11.5°F (-11.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Saint Francis, the average relative humidity in March is 94%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Saint Francis, in March, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Saint Francis, Maine, during March, snow falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 14.06" (357mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March in Saint Francis is 11h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:04 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 Saint Francis have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Saint Francis?

In Saint Francis, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average temperature in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average pressure in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average wind speed in March - Saint Francis, 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 (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average humidity in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average rainfall in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average snowfall in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 14.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average UV index in March - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

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 42).

Average visibility in March
Saint Francis, ME

Average visibility in March - Saint Francis, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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