March weather forecast
Fairfield, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Fairfield, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.3°F (2.4°C) and min 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). Fairfield experiences an average nighttime temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairfield are January through May, October through December. In Fairfield, in March, during 11.2 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.2 snowfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Fairfield, sunrise is at 6:14 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 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, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fairfield in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Fairfield, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C).

What are the most humid months in Fairfield?

The months with the highest humidity in Fairfield, Maine, are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in March in Fairfield?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in Fairfield in March?

In Fairfield, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, during March, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fairfield?

On the first day of March in Fairfield, Maine, sunrise is at 6:14 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.

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

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 Fairfield?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fairfield, Maine, is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fairfield?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fairfield, ME

Average temperature in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.2°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 (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fairfield, ME

Average pressure in March - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, ME

Average wind speed in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fairfield, ME

Average humidity in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Fairfield, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fairfield, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fairfield, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fairfield, ME

Average UV index in March - Fairfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fairfield, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Fairfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in March
Fairfield, ME

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

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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