Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed in Rockport, Maine, during March, adjusting from a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). Rockport experiences a nighttime temperature average of 27°F (-2.8°C) during March.Humidity
In Rockport, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.8 days and collects up to 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Rockport are January through April, November and December. In Rockport, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: When swimming, this condition is immediately life-threatening. Loss of control over breathing occurs instantly, impairing clear thought. It is vital to wear a specialized swimsuit to prevent thermal loss.
Daylight
In Rockport, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:02 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
The average sunshine in March in Rockport is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What month is the ocean coldest in Rockport?
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rockport?
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When is the lowest UV index in Rockport?
What is the UV index reading in March in Rockport?
Average temperature in March
Rockport, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Rockport, 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
Rockport, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 12.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Rockport, ME
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Rockport, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 0.83"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, November and December (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").
Average rainfall days in March
Rockport, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rockport, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 0.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rockport, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Rockport, ME
- Average sea temperature in March: 37.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rockport, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rockport, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Rockport, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Rockport, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Rockport, 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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