March weather forecastPlaisted, ME
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Plaisted, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) and an average high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Temperature
March's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from 20.3°F (-6.5°C) in February to a still freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). An average temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) is recorded in Plaisted during the nights in March.Humidity
The most humid month in Plaisted is March, with an average relative humidity of 94%.Rainfall
In Plaisted, during March, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Plaisted, there are 142 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Plaisted, it is snowing for 20.5 days. Throughout March, 14.06" (357mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.5 snowfall days, and 71.89" (1826mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.On the first day of March in Plaisted, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 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 March, the average sunshine in Plaisted is 3h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Plaisted, Maine. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in March leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 27.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 11.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March, September and November (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average humidity in March: 94%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").
Average rainfall days in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 14.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 20.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in March
Plaisted, ME
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).
