March weather forecastLewiston, ME
March
Weather in March
As March arrives, the winter chill starts to recede in Lewiston, moving the city toward a warmer spring. However, this month stands out with 8.3 days of rainfall, the highest compared to preceding months. Though wind speed tends to increase, the air pressure remains relatively stable. With snowfall significantly decreasing, the city starts to recover its usual visibility levels. Despite the increase in rainfall, March brings a glimmer of sunshine and hope for rather pleasant weather ahead.Temperature
The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in February to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is noted.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In Lewiston, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.5 rainfall days, and 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lewiston, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 18.31" (465mm) 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 6:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Lewiston, 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 Lewiston, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37.4°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 (27°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Lewiston, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").
Average rainfall days in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 2.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Lewiston, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in March
Lewiston, ME
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
