March weather forecastPresque Isle, ME
March
Weather in March
March hearkens the approaching spring yet remains firmly entrenched in winter weather patterns. The thermometer fluctuates from 13.8°F (-10.1°C) to 29.5°F (-1.4°C), indicating a gradual, albeit inadequate, climb in temperatures from February. However, it is the frequency of rainfall days, peaking at 7.2, that sets this month apart from the others. Spring struggles to break free of winter's clutch as the landscape transforms from white to green. Although the snowbound streets of Presley Isle begin to thaw, the chill in the air lingers.Temperature
March brings a slight rise in Presque Isle's average high-temperature, moving from 21.9°F (-5.6°C) in February to a still freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In March, Presque Isle reports a consistent average low-temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) during the nights.Humidity
The most humid month in Presque Isle is March, with an average relative humidity of 93%.Rainfall
In Presque Isle, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Presque Isle, during March, snow falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.05" (306mm) of snow. In Presque Isle, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.7 days and aggregates up to 69.17" (1757mm) of snow.Daylight
In Presque Isle, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:00 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 3.2h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during March translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 29.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 13.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average humidity in March: 93%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").
Average rainfall days in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 12.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 19.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Presque Isle, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Presque Isle, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Presque Isle, 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
Presque Isle, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in March
Presque Isle, 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).
