March weather forecastCalais, ME
March
Weather in March
March heralds the transition from winter to spring, with temperatures ranging from 21.9°F (-5.6°C) to 36.1°F (2.3°C). The snowfall days reduce to 13.2, indicating a significant decrease in the intensity of winter weather. As the clouds start to disappear, the city basks in longer periods of daylight averaging at 12 hours. As Calais steps towards milder weather conditions, the fog and heavy cloud cover slowly start to dissipate. Nevertheless, temperature fluctuations remain noticeable, and residents often experience cold breezes.Temperature
With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C).Humidity
In Calais, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.Rainfall
In Calais, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Calais, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.3 days and collects up to 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Calais, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated. In Calais, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.6 days and aggregates up to 30.47" (774mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:16 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:56 pm ADT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from ADT to AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Calais, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 36.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Calais, ME
- Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Calais, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Calais, ME
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Calais, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.77").
Average rainfall days in March
Calais, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Calais, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 5.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Calais, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Calais, 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: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Calais, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Calais, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Calais, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Calais, ME
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August and September (5mi).
