March weather forecast
Sumner, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sumner, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). In the month of March, Sumner experiences an average low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Sumner, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sumner, in March, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.83" (199mm) of snow. In Sumner, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 48.15" (1223mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sumner, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
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 March, 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In Sumner, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Sumner, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sumner, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sumner, in March, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time 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 in Sumner?

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 Sumner have in March?

In Sumner, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Sumner?

In Sumner, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sumner, ME

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in March
Sumner, ME

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Sumner, ME

Average wind speed in March - Sumner, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sumner, ME

Average humidity in March - Sumner, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Sumner, ME

Average rainfall in March - Sumner, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Sumner, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Sumner, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sumner, ME

Average snowfall in March - Sumner, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sumner, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Sumner, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sumner, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sumner, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Sumner, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sumner, ME

Average UV index in March - Sumner, 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
Sumner, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Sumner, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Sumner, ME

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

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

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