March weather forecastMillinocket, ME
March
Weather in March
March signals the start of a transitional period in Millinocket, Maine, from severe wintertime cold to mild spring temperatures. With the average low temperature rising to 18.9°F (-7.3°C), it marks the beginning of a slight warming season. The diminishing snowfall paves the way for more clear days, heralding the arrival of the spring season. The nip in the air begins to fade as the daylight hours extend, making the weather more pleasant. Strong winds continue through March, causing stirring weather patterns that keep the city weather dynamic.Temperature
With the onset of March, Millinocket experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
March and July are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Millinocket, during March, snow falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.3 snowfall days, and 45.63" (1159mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:02 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 Millinocket, the average sunshine in March is 4.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 32.7°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 (22.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 18.9°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 (9.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average humidity in March: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and July (1.73").
Average rainfall days in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 6.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in March
Millinocket, ME
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).
