March weather forecast
Rangeley, ME

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Weather in March

As winter fades, March ushers in a transition period for Rangeley weather. Notably, the snowfall decreases significantly with only 8.35" (212mm) of snow compared to the 12.6" (320mm) of February, and a reduced number of snowfall days. The tides of spring start to influence the weather as the daylight hours increase and temperatures gradually rise. Despite having the third-lowest amount of sunshine in the year, March sets the stage for the impending warmth of spring.

Temperature

March introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C) to a still freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). During March, Rangeley witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Rangeley, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rangeley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.8 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rangeley, in March, snow falls for 16.8 days, with typically accumulated 8.35" (212mm) of snow. In Rangeley, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.1 days and aggregates up to 50.51" (1283mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rangeley, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Rangeley, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:09 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 Rangeley, the average sunshine in March is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rangeley, Maine, are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in March transforms into this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Rangeley?

Rangeley in March has an average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rangeley?

The average relative humidity in March in Rangeley, Maine, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rangeley?

In Rangeley, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rangeley in March?

In Rangeley, in March, snow falls for 16.8 days, with typically accumulated 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rangeley have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rangeley?

On the first day of March in Rangeley, Maine, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:09 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Rangeley, Maine, is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rangeley?

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rangeley, Maine.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rangeley?

In Rangeley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rangeley, ME

Average temperature in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rangeley, ME

Average pressure in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rangeley, ME

Average wind speed in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rangeley, ME

Average humidity in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, July and August (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rangeley, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rangeley, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 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
Rangeley, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rangeley, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rangeley, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rangeley, ME

Average UV index in March - Rangeley, 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 February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rangeley, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 69

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 47).

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Average visibility in March
Rangeley, ME

Average visibility in March - Rangeley, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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