March weather forecast
West Forks, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in West Forks, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) in February to a still subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). West Forks experiences an average temperature drop to a still subzero cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 90%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 20.5 days. Throughout March, 13.46" (342mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.8 snowfall days, and 76.65" (1947mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

In March, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Forks are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in West Forks?

In March, in West Forks, the average high-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 90%.

How much does it rain in March?

In West Forks, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In West Forks, during March, snow falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.46" (342mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Forks have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:07 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 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

February, March 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?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
West Forks, ME

Average temperature in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in March
West Forks, ME

Average pressure in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
West Forks, ME

Average wind speed in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
West Forks, ME

Average humidity in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in March
West Forks, ME

Average rainfall in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
West Forks, ME

Average rainfall days in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Forks, ME

Average snowfall in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 13.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Forks, ME

Average snowfall days in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West 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: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Forks, ME

Average sunshine days in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in March
West Forks, ME

Average UV index in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 1

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

Average cloud cover in March
West Forks, ME

Average cloud cover in March - West Forks, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in March
West Forks, ME

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

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

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