March weather forecastBangor, ME
March
Weather in March
Moving on from the frosty atmosphere of February, Bangor shows early signs of warming in March. However, it sustains its snowy characteristics with 4.72" (120mm) of snowfall across 12.3 days, still being considerable but lesser than the previous two months. The sunshine duration extends up to 5.1 hours a day, indicating longer and comparatively warmer days kicking in. Bangor's residents sense subtle changes in the air towards the end of this transitional month. The communal anticipation for the pleasant spring season upsurge with the conclusion of March.Temperature
The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). March brings an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to Bangor.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 84%.Rainfall
In Bangor, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58 snowfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Bangor is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:01 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 5.1h.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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Bangor, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 36.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 22.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Bangor, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Bangor, 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 (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Bangor, ME
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Bangor, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").
Average rainfall days in March
Bangor, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Bangor, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 4.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Bangor, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bangor, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bangor, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Bangor, 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
Bangor, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Bangor, ME
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
