March weather forecast
Vassalboro, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Vassalboro, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°F (-6°C) and an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 21.2°F (-6°C) in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vassalboro, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Vassalboro, in March, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.98" (152mm) of snow. In Vassalboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.2 days and aggregates up to 37.83" (961mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:05 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 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value 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 these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Vassalboro, 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.2°F (-6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Vassalboro, Maine, in March, during 11.2 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Vassalboro have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Vassalboro, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:05 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 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average temperature in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.2°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
Vassalboro, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average wind speed in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average humidity in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average rainfall in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average snowfall in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Vassalboro, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average UV index in March - Vassalboro, 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
Vassalboro, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Vassalboro, ME

Average visibility in March - Vassalboro, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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