March weather forecast
Bucksport, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Bucksport, Maine, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Bucksport's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). During the month of March, the temperature falls to an average of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Bucksport, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Bucksport, in March, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bucksport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bucksport, in March, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: During swimming, this circumstance is both life-threatening and incredibly perilous. The intense cold sensation provokes rapid hyperventilation. The use of a specialized swimsuit is imperative to prevent thermal injuries.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:01 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bucksport. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, in Bucksport, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bucksport, Maine, is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Bucksport, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Bucksport, during March, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

When is the ocean coldest?

With an average ocean temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Bucksport, in March, the average water temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Bucksport, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:01 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Bucksport, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bucksport.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bucksport?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bucksport, ME

Average temperature in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Bucksport, ME

Average pressure in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bucksport, ME

Average wind speed in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Bucksport, ME

Average humidity in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Bucksport, ME

Average rainfall in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Bucksport, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bucksport, ME

Average snowfall in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bucksport, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Bucksport, ME

Average sea temperature in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average sea temperature in March: 37.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.5°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bucksport, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bucksport, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Bucksport, ME

Average UV index in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Bucksport, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Bucksport, ME

Average visibility in March - Bucksport, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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