March weather forecast
Palmyra, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Palmyra, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Palmyra experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in February to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in Palmyra records at a freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Palmyra, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Palmyra, Maine, there are 149.1 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palmyra, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In Palmyra, Maine, in March, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In Palmyra, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 42.32" (1075mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Palmyra is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 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

The average sunshine in March in Palmyra is 5.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Palmyra?

The high-temperature in Palmyra, Maine, during March is 36°F (2.2°C) and the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Palmyra?

In March, the average relative humidity in Palmyra, Maine, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Palmyra?

In Palmyra, Maine, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Palmyra in March?

In March, in Palmyra, Maine, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Palmyra?

In March, the average day length in Palmyra, Maine, is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Palmyra?

On the first day of March in Palmyra, Maine, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:04 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Palmyra, Maine, is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Palmyra?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Palmyra, Maine, 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
Palmyra, ME

Average temperature in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Palmyra, ME

Average pressure in March - Palmyra, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Palmyra, ME

Average wind speed in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Palmyra, ME

Average humidity in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palmyra, ME

Average rainfall in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Palmyra, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Palmyra, ME

Average snowfall in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Palmyra, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 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
Palmyra, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palmyra, 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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Palmyra, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Palmyra, ME

Average UV index in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Palmyra, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in March
Palmyra, ME

Average visibility in March - Palmyra, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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