March weather forecast
West Dover, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Dover, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°F (1.1°C) and min 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, West Dover's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). The nighttime temperature in West Dover, during March, averages of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.3 rainfall days, and 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Dover. In March, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 69.5 snowfall days, and 49.96" (1269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in West Dover is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, in West Dover, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:04 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 West Dover, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Dover are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in West Dover in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in West Dover, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Dover?

In West Dover, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Dover?

In West Dover, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in West Dover?

In March, in West Dover, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Dover?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Dover?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:04 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in West Dover, Maine, is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Dover?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Dover, Maine.

How high is the UV index in March in West Dover?

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

Average temperature in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 34°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 (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Dover, ME

Average pressure in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
West Dover, ME

Average wind speed in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Dover, ME

Average humidity in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Dover, ME

Average rainfall in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Dover, ME

Average rainfall days in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Dover, ME

Average snowfall in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West Dover, ME

Average snowfall days in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 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
West Dover, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Dover, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Dover, ME

Average sunshine days in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Dover, ME

Average UV index in March - West Dover, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
West Dover, ME

Average cloud cover in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in March
West Dover, ME

Average visibility in March - West Dover, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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