March weather forecast
Springfield, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Springfield, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

Springfield's weather in March shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from February's freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). Springfield experiences an average nighttime temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout March, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 45.91" (1166mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Springfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:59 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 Springfield, the average sunshine in March is 4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

Springfield in March has an average high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 88%.

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Springfield, during March, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Springfield have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:59 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 4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Springfield, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Springfield, ME

Average temperature in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in March
Springfield, ME

Average pressure in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Springfield, ME

Average wind speed in March - Springfield, 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 (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Springfield, ME

Average humidity in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Springfield, ME

Average rainfall in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Springfield, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Springfield, ME

Average snowfall in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Springfield, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Springfield, 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: 4h 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Springfield, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Springfield, ME

Average UV index in March - Springfield, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Springfield, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Springfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in March
Springfield, ME

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

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

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