United StatesThe weather in March in Maine
It's cold in March in Maine with an average temperature of 2°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -1°C to a high of 7°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -11°C and -2°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Maine, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 17°C in 2021, Maine reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -16°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -25°C to a highest value of 6°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In March, there is an average of 112 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 51 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in March for Maine
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Maine. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Maine | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 2°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 7°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | -11°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 112 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 10 days |
| Total snowfall | 51 cm | 7 cm |
| Snowy days | 16 days | 4 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Maine with really cold temps, averaging around 1°C during the day and nights dipping to about -8°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 2°C, with nights around -6°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Maine is around 5°C, while nighttime temps are about -4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Maine, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Maine
Temperature in March in Maine over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Maine, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Maine
Total precipitation in March in Maine over the years
Daily Snowfall in March in Maine
Snowfall in March in Maine per year
Daily UV index in March in Maine
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Maine, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Maine by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Maine. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.