March weather forecast
Fort Kent, ME

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Weather in March

March brings signs of spring to Fort Kent, as the deep winter snow cover starts melting while, temperatures rise to an average high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). As the mercury initiates its slow ascent, the aftermath of winter still lingers, but the city starts shaking off the winter chill. The transformation is visible in the increased duration of daylight, nurturing the spectrum of colorful spring blooms. This month also indicates a transition from dense snowfalls to lighter, fleeting snow showers. The end of March hints at the arrival of the vernal equinox, paving the way for the city’s beautiful spring season.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen in Fort Kent with the onset of March, moving from a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C) in February to a still subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is an extreme cold 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 94%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In March, in Fort Kent, Maine, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Kent, there are 142 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Kent, in March, snow falls for 20.5 days, with typically accumulated 14.06" (357mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fort Kent, there are 106.5 snowfall days, and 71.89" (1826mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Fort Kent is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 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 March, the average sunshine in Fort Kent is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Kent, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during March leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fort Kent in March?

In Fort Kent, 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 11.5°F (-11.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month in Fort Kent?

The most humid month in Fort Kent is March, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Kent?

In March, the average relative humidity is 94%.

How much does it rain in Fort Kent in March?

In Fort Kent, in March, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fort Kent in March?

In March, it is snowing for 20.5 days. Throughout March, 14.06" (357mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Kent have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort Kent?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Fort Kent, Maine, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:03 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fort Kent?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Fort Kent?

In Fort Kent, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average temperature in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average pressure in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average wind speed in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average humidity in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average rainfall in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average snowfall in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 14.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 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
Fort Kent, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average UV index in March - Fort Kent, 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 Kent, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Kent, 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 42).

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Average visibility in March
Fort Kent, ME

Average visibility in March - Fort Kent, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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