Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
With the onset of March, South Orrington experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) during the night.Humidity
In South Orrington, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In South Orrington, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Orrington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in South Orrington, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In March, in South Orrington, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Orrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.Daylight
In South Orrington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March in South Orrington, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 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 is 5.1h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns 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. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is March in South Orrington?
What is the average humidity in March in South Orrington?
How much does it rain in South Orrington in March?
How many days does it snow in March in South Orrington?
What is the average length of the day in March in South Orrington?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in South Orrington?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in South Orrington?
How many hours of sunshine does South Orrington have in March?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Orrington?
How high is the UV index in March in South Orrington?
Average temperature in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).
Average pressure in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
South Orrington, 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 (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.79").
Average rainfall days in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 1.93"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Orrington, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
Average UV index in March
South Orrington, 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 January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
South Orrington, ME
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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