March weather forecast
South Paris, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Paris, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 21°F (-6.1°C) in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Paris, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Paris, in March, during 11.5 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 snowfall days, and 42.52" (1080mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:08 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 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in South Paris, is 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In South Paris, Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:08 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 South Paris have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in South Paris?

In South Paris, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
South Paris, ME

Average temperature in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
South Paris, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
South Paris, ME

Average wind speed in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
South Paris, ME

Average humidity in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

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

Average rainfall in March
South Paris, ME

Average rainfall in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
South Paris, ME

Average rainfall days in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
South Paris, ME

Average snowfall in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
South Paris, ME

Average snowfall days in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Paris, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Paris, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Paris, ME

Average sunshine days in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
South Paris, ME

Average UV index in March - South Paris, 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
South Paris, ME

Average cloud cover in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
South Paris, ME

Average visibility in March - South Paris, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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