March weather forecast
Smithfield, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Smithfield, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in February to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). An average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Smithfield, Maine, in March, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Smithfield, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Smithfield, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In Smithfield, Maine, in March, during 11.6 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Smithfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.3 days and aggregates up to 40.87" (1038mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 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

In Smithfield, Maine, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Smithfield, is 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Smithfield, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Smithfield?

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 Smithfield have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In Smithfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Smithfield, ME

Average temperature in March - Smithfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Smithfield, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Smithfield, ME

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Smithfield, ME

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Smithfield, ME

Average rainfall in March - Smithfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Smithfield, ME

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Smithfield, ME

Average snowfall in March - Smithfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Smithfield, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Smithfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Smithfield, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Smithfield, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Smithfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Smithfield, ME

Average UV index in March - Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Smithfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Smithfield, ME

Average visibility in March - Smithfield, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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