March weather forecast
Van Buren, ME

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Weather in March

Transitioning into spring, March in Van Buren carries reminders of the bygone winter with visible improvements in weather conditions. Temperature escalations become more apparent, as highs almost reach 30°F (-1.1°C). As the snowfall begins to decrease from the peak winter months, the rain progressively takes over, contributing to the melting ice. An increase in daylight hours signifies the shift in seasons, making way for the brightness and warmth of spring. The city witnesses a gradual transformation, as March puts winter to rest and paves the way for new growth.

Temperature

March marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) to a still freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). Van Buren records a steady low-temperature average of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) during March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Van Buren are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Van Buren, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.1 days and collects up to 24.21" (615mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Van Buren, during March, snow falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.9" (226mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 snowfall days, and 49.09" (1247mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:17 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm ADT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from ADT to AST.

Sunshine

In Van Buren, the average sunshine in March is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Van Buren, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Van Buren are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 93%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 20.8 days. Throughout March, 8.9" (226mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:17 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:00 pm ADT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Van Buren, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Van Buren have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Van Buren is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Van Buren, ME

Average temperature in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Van Buren, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Van Buren, ME

Average wind speed in March - Van Buren, 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 (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Van Buren, ME

Average humidity in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Van Buren, ME

Average rainfall in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Van Buren, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, June and August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Van Buren, ME

Average snowfall in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Van Buren, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Van Buren, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Van Buren, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Van Buren, ME

Average UV index in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Van Buren, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in March
Van Buren, ME

Average visibility in March - Van Buren, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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