March weather forecast
Pleasant Island, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Pleasant Island, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Pleasant Island's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C) to a still subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C). Pleasant Island observes an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Pleasant Island is 89%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pleasant Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.5 days and collects up to 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Island, during March, snow falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) of snow. In Pleasant Island, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.7 days and aggregates up to 71.06" (1805mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pleasant Island, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Pleasant Island, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:10 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 Pleasant Island, the average sunshine in March is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Island are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pleasant Island in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Pleasant Island?

The average relative humidity in March is 89%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pleasant Island?

In Pleasant Island, Maine, in March, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Pleasant Island?

In Pleasant Island, Maine, in March, during 20.8 snowfall days, 11.93" (303mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Island have in March?

The average day length in March in Pleasant Island is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Pleasant Island?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Pleasant Island, Maine, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pleasant Island, Maine, 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 Pleasant Island?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Pleasant Island, Maine, is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pleasant Island?

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Island.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pleasant Island?

In Pleasant Island, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average temperature in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average pressure in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average wind speed in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average humidity in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average rainfall in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average snowfall in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 11.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pleasant Island, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average UV index in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in March
Pleasant Island, ME

Average visibility in March - Pleasant Island, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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