March weather forecast
Harpswell, ME

Transitioning into March, the weather in Harpswell, Maine, remains steady, with the frigid sea conditions enduring despite a slight rise in temperature to 37.9°F (3.3°C). The continuous blanket of cold weather begins to gradually loosen, foreshadowing the gradual warming trend as Maine leaves winter behind and embraces the renewal birthed by spring. The end of March provides glimpses into the coming spring, with sunniness becoming increasingly prevalent. With more hours of daylight compared to February, the shifts in weather patterns introduce the first feel of spring in the form of buds starting to appear on trees. Drawing closer to April, there is a noticeable shift towards milder weather, while the charm of crystalized landscapes begins to fade.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: In the sphere of swimming, this is extremely cold and poses life-endangering hazards. Hypothermia can occur almost instantly in the absence of insulated waterproof wear.

Daylight

In Harpswell, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Harpswell, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:05 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.