March weather forecast
Farmington, ME

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Weather in March

For Farmington, March contradicts the old saying, "In like a lion, out like a lamb." Temperature averages swing from 19.9°F (-6.7°C) to as high as 34.5°F (1.4°C), indicating the slow but certain onset of warmer months. The weather fluctuates between the last vestiges of winter and the early whispers of spring. Snowfall is replaced gradually by rains, causing the city to trade its fur coats for rain jackets.

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is recorded in Farmington during the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Farmington, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Farmington, there are 152.2 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Farmington are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 13.4 days. Throughout March, 8.23" (209mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.5 snowfall days, and 46.54" (1182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Farmington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Farmington, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:07 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 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Farmington?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Farmington, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Farmington?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Farmington, Maine.

What is the average humidity in March in Farmington?

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in Farmington in March?

In Farmington, Maine, in March, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Farmington in March?

In Farmington, Maine, during March, snow falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.23" (209mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Farmington?

On the first day of March in Farmington, Maine, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Farmington?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Farmington, Maine, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Farmington, ME

Average temperature in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°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 (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Farmington, ME

Average pressure in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Farmington, ME

Average wind speed in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Farmington, ME

Average humidity in March - Farmington, 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 (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Farmington, ME

Average rainfall in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
Farmington, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Farmington, ME

Average snowfall in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Farmington, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 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
Farmington, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Farmington, 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 3min

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
Farmington, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Farmington, ME

Average UV index in March - Farmington, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Farmington, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Farmington, ME

Average visibility in March - Farmington, 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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