March weather forecast
Madison, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Madison, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) in February to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). An average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is observed during March nights in Madison.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Madison is 86%.

Rainfall

In Madison, in March, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.6 days and collects up to 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Madison are January through May, October through December. In March, in Madison, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Madison is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Madison, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:06 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 5.4h.

UV index

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Madison in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Madison?

In Madison, Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Madison?

In Madison, Maine, in March, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Madison?

In Madison, in March, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in Madison is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Madison?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Madison, Maine, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm EDT.

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Madison?

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

Average temperature in March - Madison, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Madison, ME

Average pressure in March - Madison, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Madison, ME

Average wind speed in March - Madison, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Madison, ME

Average humidity in March - Madison, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Madison, ME

Average rainfall in March - Madison, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Madison, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Madison, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Madison, ME

Average snowfall in March - Madison, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Madison, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Madison, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Madison, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Madison, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Madison, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Madison, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Madison, ME

Average UV index in March - Madison, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Madison, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Madison, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Madison, ME

Average visibility in March - Madison, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (4mi).

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