March weather forecastGardiner, ME
March
Weather in March
Weather in Gardiner, Maine, continues to improve in March, exhibiting signs of moving closer to springtime, with temperatures increasing up to 37.2°F (2.9°C). It is noteworthy that temperature fluctuations between day and night can be significant during this period. Average snowfall drops to 4.76" (121mm) over 9.3 days, indicating a declining trend in winter weather conditions. Additionally, daylight hours increase to 12. The change in weather conditions is more evident as the city transitions away from the harsh winter season.Temperature
Gardiner's weather in March presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) during the night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Gardiner, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.7 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gardiner, during March, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Gardiner, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 46 days and aggregates up to 27.76" (705mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 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 5.6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gardiner, Maine. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Gardiner, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 4.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gardiner, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Gardiner, ME
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
