March weather forecast
Westbrook, ME

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Weather in March

March signals the advent of Spring in Westbrook, bringing with it a subtle warming trend, though winter refuses to completely relinquish its hold. The decrease in snowfall to 1.73" (44mm) and the thawing ice herald the seasonal transition. Cold winds retain their icy edge but become less frequent, making outdoor activities more comfortable. With the departure of snowstorms, frequent rainfall marks the change in seasons. The landscape begins to regain its vibrant colors, as March's rains initiate the growth of the first spring buds.

Temperature

Westbrook's March weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from February's cold 32.2°F (0.1°C) to a still wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). Westbrook's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Westbrook, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.5 days and collects up to 17.13" (435mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Westbrook, in March, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Westbrook, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Westbrook, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:07 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 is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Westbrook in March has an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Westbrook, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Westbrook, in March, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Westbrook have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:07 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 Westbrook, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Westbrook, ME

Average temperature in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in March
Westbrook, ME

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Westbrook, ME

Average wind speed in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Westbrook, ME

Average humidity in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Westbrook, ME

Average rainfall in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Westbrook, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Westbrook, ME

Average snowfall in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Westbrook, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Westbrook, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Westbrook, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Westbrook, ME

Average UV index in March - Westbrook, 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
Westbrook, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Westbrook, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Westbrook, ME

Average visibility in March - Westbrook, 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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