March weather forecastManchester, ME
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Manchester, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C).Temperature
Manchester's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). In Manchester, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) during March.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In Manchester, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.3 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Manchester, in March, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow. In Manchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 29.69" (754mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 Manchester, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Manchester, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°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 (13.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Manchester, 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
Manchester, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Manchester, ME
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Manchester, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in March
Manchester, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Manchester, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 4.88"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Manchester, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Manchester, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Manchester, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Manchester, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Manchester, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in March
Manchester, 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).





