March weather forecast
South Sanford, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in South Sanford, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.4°F (4.1°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

South Sanford perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a still icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). An average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in South Sanford, Maine, is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in South Sanford, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In South Sanford, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In South Sanford, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in South Sanford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in South Sanford, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 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 South Sanford is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in South Sanford?

An average high-temperature, in March, in South Sanford, is 39.4°F (4.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Sanford?

In South Sanford, Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in South Sanford?

In South Sanford, during March, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in South Sanford in March?

In South Sanford, Maine, in March, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Sanford have in March?

The average day length in March in South Sanford is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in South Sanford?

On the first day of March in South Sanford, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:08 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in South Sanford, Maine, 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 South Sanford?

The average sunshine duration in March in South Sanford is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Sanford?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Sanford, Maine.

How high is the UV index in March in South Sanford?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
South Sanford, ME

Average temperature in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Sanford, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
South Sanford, ME

Average wind speed in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Sanford, ME

Average humidity in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Sanford, ME

Average rainfall days in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Sanford, ME

Average snowfall days in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
South Sanford, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Sanford, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Sanford, ME

Average sunshine days in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Sanford, ME

Average UV index in March - South Sanford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
South Sanford, ME

Average cloud cover in March - South Sanford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
South Sanford, ME

Average visibility in March - South Sanford, 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).

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