March weather forecastCaribou, ME
March
Weather in March
March sees an encouraging shift in weather patterns. Temperatures start to climb, but nightly freezing temperatures persist. There typically is around a foot of snowfall, but the days are becoming longer as the spring equinox approaches. The effects of snowmelt begin to show as small creeks and rivers swell with the influx of water.Temperature
March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in February to a still subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Throughout March nights, Caribou registers an average low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).Humidity
February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Caribou, during March, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Caribou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Caribou, in March, snow falls for 20.8 days, with typically accumulated 13.03" (331mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 104.9 snowfall days, and 73.35" (1863mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Caribou, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:00 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 3h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Caribou, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 29.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 13.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Caribou, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Caribou, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Caribou, ME
- Average humidity in March: 93%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Caribou, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").
Average rainfall days in March
Caribou, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Caribou, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 13.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Caribou, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 20.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Caribou, ME
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Caribou, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Caribou, ME
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Caribou, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in March
Caribou, ME
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).
