March weather forecast
Brighton, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Brighton, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) in February to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). March in Brighton sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In March, in Brighton, Maine, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Brighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Brighton, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow. In Brighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.8 days and aggregates up to 42.99" (1092mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Brighton, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 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 Brighton, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

January through April, 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. 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. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Brighton in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Brighton, records 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Brighton?

The months with the highest humidity in Brighton are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in March in Brighton?

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Brighton?

In Brighton, Maine, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Brighton in March?

In Brighton, in March, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Brighton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Brighton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Brighton, Maine, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:05 pm EDT.

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

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 in Brighton?

In Brighton, Maine, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Brighton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Brighton?

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

Average temperature in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Brighton, ME

Average pressure in March - Brighton, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Brighton, ME

Average wind speed in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Brighton, ME

Average humidity in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Brighton, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Brighton, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Brighton, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Brighton, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Brighton, ME

Average UV index in March - Brighton, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Brighton, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Brighton, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Brighton, ME

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

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

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