Portland (ME)
March
Weather in Portland, Maine for March 2026
Your guide to Portland weather in March - trends and predictions
Portland typically experiences moderate snowfall in March, with an average of 6 snowy days.
According to Portland snow forecast for March 2026, 3 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Sunday, March 15.The forecast for the upcoming days in Portland predicts a temperature of 6.2 °F, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Portland at the beginning of March is 3.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 5.7 °F by the end of March.
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23 km/h
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76 %
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Portland Weather March
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Temperatures trend during March in Portland
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March weather in Portland day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Mar. 1 |  Heavy snow | 3° /-5° | 12.7 mm | 8 cm | |
| Mar. 2 |  Sunny | -3° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 3 |  Patchy rain possible | 3° /-5° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 4 | Patchy rain possible | 7° /-1° | 9.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 5 |  Light drizzle | 3° /0° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 6 | Light rain | 5° /2° | 35.6 mm | 2 cm | |
| Mar. 7 |  Moderate rain | 5° /-1° | 20.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 8 | Sunny | 17° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 9 | Sunny | 9° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 10 |  Partly cloudy | 5° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 11 | Patchy rain possible | 5° /3° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 12 | Patchy rain possible | 9° /2° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 13 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 14 | Partly cloudy | 10° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 15 |  Overcast | 3° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 16 | Moderate rain | 9° /1° | 5.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Mar. 17 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-3° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 18 | Overcast | 0° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 19 | Overcast | 4° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 20 | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 21 |  Patchy moderate snow | 2° /-3° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 22 | Overcast | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 23 | Heavy snow | 5° /-2° | 23.1 mm | 1 cm | |
| Mar. 24 | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 25 mm | 9.2 cm | |
| Mar. 25 |  Light freezing rain | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 26 | Light freezing rain | 3° /0° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 27 |  Fog | 8° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 28 | Moderate rain | 7° /3° | 20.8 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Mar. 29 | Light rain | 5° /1° | 16.2 mm | 6.8 cm | |
| Mar. 30 | Sunny | 6° /0° | 17.3 mm | 9.3 cm | |
| Mar. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 6 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Portland in March is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Portland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Portland in March - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Portland during March?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Portland during March?
Significant rainfall exceeding 267.2 mm is expected in Portland during March, occurring over more than 10 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Portland in March 2026?
Portland experiences an average snowfall of 41.115 cm during March, occurring over 6 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Portland during March?
The average wind speed in Portland during March is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Portland snow forecast March 2026
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On average, Portland sees 6 snowy days during March, with approximately 41.1 cm of total snowfall.
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Typically, Portland has 10 rainy days in March with a total of 267.2 mm of rainfall.
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