March weather forecast
The Forks, ME

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Weather in March

March witnesses a visible transition from the harsh winter to the subtle spread of spring. The temperatures rise significantly with a high of 32°F (0°C), offering the residents of The Forks some much-needed respite. Snowfall decreases noticeably while rainfall remains constant. Daylight hours extend, providing a welcome change to the extended periods of darkness. As spring approaches, March paints a gradual movement towards softer weather in The Forks.

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs in The Forks as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C) to an icy 32°F (0°C). During March nights, The Forks records an average temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in The Forks is 88%.

Rainfall

In The Forks, Maine, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In The Forks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.2 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In The Forks, in March, snow falls for 17.9 days, with typically accumulated 12.13" (308mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 94.5 snowfall days, and 72.09" (1831mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In The Forks, Maine, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:07 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 in The Forks is 5h.

UV index

In The Forks, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in The Forks?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 32°F (0°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in The Forks?

In The Forks, Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

How much does it rain in The Forks in March?

In The Forks, Maine, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in The Forks in March?

In The Forks, Maine, during March, snow falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in The Forks?

In The Forks, Maine, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in The Forks?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in The Forks, Maine, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

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

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 in The Forks?

In March, the average sunshine duration in The Forks is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in The Forks?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
The Forks, ME

Average temperature in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in March
The Forks, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
The Forks, ME

Average wind speed in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
The Forks, ME

Average humidity in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
The Forks, ME

Average rainfall in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
The Forks, ME

Average rainfall days in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
The Forks, ME

Average snowfall in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 12.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
The Forks, ME

Average snowfall days in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
The Forks, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - The Forks, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
The Forks, ME

Average sunshine days in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
The Forks, ME

Average UV index in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
The Forks, ME

Average cloud cover in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
The Forks, ME

Average visibility in March - The Forks, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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