March weather forecast
Fort Fairfield, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fort Fairfield, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) and an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a freezing cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C) to a still subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Fort Fairfield sees an average low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) during March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months in Fort Fairfield.

Rainfall

In March, in Fort Fairfield, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Fairfield, 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 March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in Fort Fairfield, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:59 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

The average sunshine in March in Fort Fairfield, Maine, 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 average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fort Fairfield in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Fort Fairfield, records 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Fort Fairfield?

The months with the highest humidity in Fort Fairfield, Maine, are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Fairfield?

In March, the average relative humidity in Fort Fairfield is 93%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fort Fairfield?

In Fort Fairfield, Maine, during March, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Fort Fairfield?

In Fort Fairfield, Maine, in March, snow falls for 20.8 days, with typically accumulated 13.03" (331mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in Fort Fairfield is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fort Fairfield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:59 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fort Fairfield, Maine, 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 Fort Fairfield have in March?

In Fort Fairfield, Maine, the average sunshine duration in March is 3h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort Fairfield.

How high is the UV index in March in Fort Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fort Fairfield is 1. 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
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average temperature in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average pressure in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average wind speed in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average humidity in March - Fort Fairfield, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall in March - Fort Fairfield, 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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall in March - Fort Fairfield, 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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average UV index in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average visibility in March - Fort Fairfield, 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).

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