March weather forecastCharleston, ME
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Charleston, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and an average high of 34°F (1.1°C).Temperature
The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). During March nights, Charleston records an average temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).Humidity
In Charleston, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.Rainfall
In Charleston, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Charleston, Maine, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated. In Charleston, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.5 days and aggregates up to 49.96" (1269mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 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
In Charleston, Maine, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through 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 ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Charleston, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 34°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 (23.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 19.8°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 (10.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Charleston, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Charleston, 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 (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Charleston, ME
- Average humidity in March: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Charleston, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Charleston, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Charleston, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 7.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Charleston, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Charleston, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Charleston, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Charleston, 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
Charleston, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in March
Charleston, ME
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).
