March weather forecastSaco, ME
March
Weather in March
March in Saco, Maine, welcomes the arrival of spring although the weather remains cold with slight hints of warmth. During this transitional period, snowfall decreases significantly compared to previous months, reaching a maximum of 2.64" (67mm). Daylight hours increase while moments of sunshine become noticeable, heralding the change from winter to spring. Temperature fluctuations are common, so packing layers is still wise. In its whispers of spring, the city of Saco unfolds its unique charm in March, melding the remains of winter with promises of warmth.Temperature
A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March in Saco, transitioning from a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a still icy 39°F (3.9°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is recorded in Saco.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Saco, Maine, is 79%.Rainfall
In Saco, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saco, in March, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Saco, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 18.94" (481mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Saco, Maine, is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Saco, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:07 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 Saco is 5.7h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Saco. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Saco, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 39°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 (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Saco, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Saco, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Saco, ME
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Saco, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in March
Saco, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Saco, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Saco, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saco, ME
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Saco, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Saco, ME
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Saco, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Saco, ME
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
