March weather forecast
Bangor, ME

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The neon-lit city of Bangor, Maine, at night with the clear sky and neon lights reflected in the water below
The neon-lit city of Bangor, Maine, at night with the clear sky and neon lights reflected in the water below

Weather in March

Moving on from the frosty atmosphere of February, Bangor shows early signs of warming in March. However, it sustains its snowy characteristics with 4.72" (120mm) of snowfall across 12.3 days, still being considerable but lesser than the previous two months. The sunshine duration extends up to 5.1 hours a day, indicating longer and comparatively warmer days kicking in. Bangor's residents sense subtle changes in the air towards the end of this transitional month. The communal anticipation for the pleasant spring season upsurge with the conclusion of March.

Temperature

As March sets in Bangor, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Bangor is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bangor, Maine, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bangor, Maine, are January through May, October through December. In March, in Bangor, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bangor, there are 58 snowfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Bangor, 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 7:01 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 Bangor, Maine, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bangor, Maine, 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Bangor?

In Bangor, in March, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bangor?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bangor, Maine, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bangor?

In March, in Bangor, Maine, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bangor in March?

In Bangor, Maine, in March, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bangor?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 7:01 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bangor?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Bangor?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bangor, ME

Average temperature in March - Bangor, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.7°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 (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bangor, ME

Average pressure in March - Bangor, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Bangor, ME

Average wind speed in March - Bangor, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Bangor, ME

Average humidity in March - Bangor, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bangor, ME

Average rainfall in March - Bangor, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bangor, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Bangor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bangor, ME

Average snowfall in March - Bangor, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bangor, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Bangor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 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
Bangor, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bangor, 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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bangor, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Bangor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bangor, ME

Average UV index in March - Bangor, 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
Bangor, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Bangor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Bangor, ME

Average visibility in March - Bangor, 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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