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Maine Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Maine, the United States of America in March.

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Planning a journey to Maine, the United States of America this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Maine in March

Maine, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. March in Maine generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Jackman at 1°C (34°F) to cold in South Berwick at 7°C (45°F). At night it cools down to -4°C (25°F) in South Berwick and -11°C (12°F) in Jackman.

For specific regional insights in Maine, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Jackman with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high snow/rainfall in Ogunquit with 125 mm (4.9 in).

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Maine - and find the best time to visit. (based on Bar Harbor)

January0°C (32°F) February1°C (34°F) March5°C (41°F) April12°C (54°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September21°C (70°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Maine in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Maine.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Maine

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Maine, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Maine (March)

Precipitation variation in Maine (March)

Bar Harbor

In March Bar Harbor generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Bar Harbor →

Ogunquit

In March Ogunquit generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
205 hours
213 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ogunquit →

Old Orchard Beach

In March Old Orchard Beach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
205 hours
213 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Old Orchard Beach →

Kennebunkport

In March Kennebunkport generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
205 hours
213 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kennebunkport →

Wells

In March Wells generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
205 hours
213 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Wells →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Maine in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bar Harbor 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Ogunquit 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Old Orchard Beach 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Kennebunkport 6°C (43°F) -5°C (23°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Wells 6°C (43°F) -5°C (23°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Kennebunk 6°C (43°F) -5°C (23°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

Maine weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Maine, the United States of America in March?

March in Maine, the United States of America brings less favorable weather. In Bar Harbor, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -4°C (25°F).

What is the average temperature in Maine, the United States of America in March?

In Bar Harbor, the average daytime high in March is 5°C (41°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -4°C (25°F).

Does Maine, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Maine, the United States of America. Average snow/rainfall in Bar Harbor sits around 113 mm (4.4 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Maine, the United States of America?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Maine, the United States of America due to the typically less favorable weather in Bar Harbor.

On average, the best time to visit Maine, the United States of America is in July and August with generally excellent weather in Bar Harbor. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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