March weather forecast
Sanford, ME

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Weather in March

March brings with it the first hints of spring to Sanford. The snow stops its dance and retreats gradually, preparing the city for the blossoming season. March also sees a visible increase in daylight hours, making the days longer. The snowfall continues its retreat, dwindling to 1.42" (36mm), much less compared to February. The cities temperature spectrum broadens, bringing a noticeable change in Sanford's weather.

Temperature

As March arrives, Sanford's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a still icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). Sanford's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Sanford, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sanford, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. 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, 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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Sanford, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Sanford, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sanford, in March, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:08 pm EDT.

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

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 Sanford have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sanford is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sanford, ME

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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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