March weather forecast
Appleton, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Appleton, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Appleton's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Appleton, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Appleton, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.8 days and collects up to 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Appleton, in March, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Appleton, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Appleton is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:03 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 is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Appleton are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Appleton in March?

March temperatures in Appleton, Maine, vary between a high-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Appleton?

The average relative humidity in March in Appleton, Maine, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Appleton in March?

In Appleton, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Appleton?

In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Appleton have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Appleton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:03 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Appleton, Maine, 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 Appleton?

In Appleton, Maine, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Appleton?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Appleton.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Appleton?

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

Average temperature in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Appleton, ME

Average pressure in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in March
Appleton, ME

Average wind speed in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Appleton, ME

Average humidity in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Appleton, ME

Average rainfall in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, November and December (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Appleton, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Appleton, ME

Average snowfall in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Appleton, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Appleton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Appleton, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Appleton, ME

Average UV index in March - Appleton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Appleton, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Appleton, ME

Average visibility in March - Appleton, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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