March weather forecast
Jay, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Jay, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). In March, the temperature drops to an average of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Jay, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jay, there are 139.5 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Jay. In Jay, in March, during 12.7 snowfall days, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Jay, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.36" (1076mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Jay, Maine, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 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 Jay, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Jay. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Jay?

The high-temperature, in March, in Jay, is 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Jay?

In March, the average relative humidity in Jay is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Jay?

In March, in Jay, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Jay?

In Jay, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

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

In Jay, Maine, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Jay?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Jay, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:07 pm EDT.

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

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 Jay?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Jay is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Jay?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Jay?

In Jay, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Jay, ME

Average temperature in March - Jay, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Jay, ME

Average pressure in March - Jay, 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
Jay, ME

Average wind speed in March - Jay, 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
Jay, ME

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Jay, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in March
Jay, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Jay, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Jay, ME

Average snowfall in March - Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Jay, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Jay, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.7 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
Jay, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Jay, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Jay, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Jay, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Jay, ME

Average UV index in March - Jay, 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
Jay, ME

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Jay, ME

Average visibility in March - Jay, 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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