March weather forecast
Rumford, ME

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Weather in March

March exhibits signs of spring by gradually increasing temperatures and daylight hours in Rumford. The relative humidity remains steady compared to January and February, providing a more comfortable environment. A touch of green slowly begins to emerge from the retreating snow, hinting at the spring bloom. Nonetheless, March has not yet thrown off the winter cloak, receiving 7.83" (199mm) of snowfall on average. The city bids goodbye to its winter season as flurries of snow continue to sprinkle down and shroud the greener lands.

Temperature

As Rumford, Maine, welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average low-temperature, in March, in Rumford, is a freezing cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Rumford are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Rumford, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Rumford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rumford, Maine, in March, during 13.8 snowfall days, 7.83" (199mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rumford, there are 69.3 snowfall days, and 48.15" (1223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Rumford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Rumford, 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 7:08 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

The average sunshine in March in Rumford is 5.1h.

UV index

In Rumford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rumford in March?

Rumford in March has an average high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What are the most humid months in Rumford?

The months with the highest humidity in Rumford are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in March in Rumford?

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rumford?

In Rumford, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Rumford?

In Rumford, in March, during 13.8 snowfall days, 7.83" (199mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rumford have in March?

The average day length in March in Rumford, Maine, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rumford?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 7:08 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Rumford?

In Rumford, Maine, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rumford?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rumford is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rumford, ME

Average temperature in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rumford, ME

Average pressure in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rumford, ME

Average wind speed in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rumford, ME

Average humidity in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rumford, ME

Average rainfall in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rumford, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rumford, ME

Average snowfall in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rumford, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.3 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
Rumford, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rumford, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rumford, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rumford, ME

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Rumford, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Rumford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in March
Rumford, ME

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

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

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