March weather forecast
Eastport, ME

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Weather in March

March signals the beginning of spring and the end of the intense cold. There is a distinct shift in weather patterns as snowfall diminishes to a rate of 2.28" (58mm). The residents start to experience noticeably longer hours of daylight, which contribute to the melting snow. The sea also follows the seasonal transition, gradually starting to warm up from the winter chill. April follows with further increases in temperature and the promise of colorful blooms.

Temperature

Eastport marks the start of March with an average high-temperature of a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from February's 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Eastport throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Eastport, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Eastport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Eastport, in March, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Eastport, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.2 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).
Note: During swimming sessions, this situation poses an instant life risk. The control of breathing is completely lost, hampering clear thinking. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is a necessity to prevent thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:54 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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Eastport, records 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Eastport, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Eastport?

In March, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What month is the ocean coldest?

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Eastport, in March, the average water temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:04 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:54 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Eastport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Eastport, ME

Average temperature in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Eastport, ME

Average pressure in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Eastport, ME

Average wind speed in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Eastport, ME

Average humidity in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Eastport, ME

Average rainfall in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Eastport, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Eastport, ME

Average snowfall in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Eastport, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Eastport, ME

Average sea temperature in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (55.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Eastport, 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Eastport, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Eastport, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Eastport, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Eastport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Eastport, ME

Average visibility in March - Eastport, 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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