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, Sanford's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a still cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). During the nights in March, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Sanford, Maine, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sanford, there are 118.9 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Sanford, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Sanford, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.Daylight
In Sanford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Sanford, 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
In Sanford, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Sanford are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Sanford in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Sanford?
How much does it rain in Sanford in March?
How much does it snow in Sanford in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Sanford?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sanford?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Sanford?
How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in March?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sanford?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Sanford?
Average temperature in March
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).
Average pressure in March
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).
Average wind speed in March
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).
Average humidity in March
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%).
Average rainfall in March
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").
Average rainfall days in March
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).
Average snowfall in March
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").
Average snowfall days in March
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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
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).
Average sunshine days in March
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).
Average UV index in March
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).
Average cloud cover in March
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).
Average visibility in March
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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