March weather forecast
West Kennebunk, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Kennebunk, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a still cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). West Kennebunk records a consistent low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In West Kennebunk, Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in West Kennebunk, Maine, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Kennebunk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in West Kennebunk. In West Kennebunk, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 10.51" (267mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Kennebunk, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, in West Kennebunk, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:08 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 5.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

West Kennebunk in March has an average high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In West Kennebunk, during March, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In West Kennebunk, in March, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Kennebunk?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:08 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 West Kennebunk?

In West Kennebunk, Maine, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In West Kennebunk, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average temperature in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average pressure in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average wind speed in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average humidity in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average rainfall in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average rainfall days in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average snowfall in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average snowfall days in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Kennebunk, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average sunshine days in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average UV index in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average cloud cover in March - West Kennebunk, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
West Kennebunk, ME

Average visibility in March - West Kennebunk, 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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