March weather forecast
Maine, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Maine, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

Maine's transition into March marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C) in February to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). In March, Maine records an average nighttime temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, in Maine, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.9 rainfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Maine, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 57.6 snowfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Maine, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in Maine in March?

In Maine, during March, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Maine, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Maine have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Maine, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. 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 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Maine, MN

Average temperature in March - Maine, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Maine, MN

Average pressure in March - Maine, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Maine, MN

Average wind speed in March - Maine, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Maine, MN

Average humidity in March - Maine, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Maine, MN

Average rainfall in March - Maine, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Maine, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Maine, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Maine, MN

Average snowfall in March - Maine, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Maine, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Maine, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Maine, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Maine, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Maine, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Maine, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Maine, MN

Average UV index in March - Maine, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Maine, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Maine, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Maine, MN

Average visibility in March - Maine, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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