March weather forecast
Yarmouth, ME

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Weather in March

March marks the conclusion of the intense winter and welcomes the onset of spring in Yarmouth. The warmth of the March sun noticeably thaws the icy atmosphere, hinting at the forthcoming comfortable weather. With the close of winter, there is a decrease in snowfall, falling to 1.81" (46mm) over 6.1 days. In contrast, the rainfall observes an increment, serving as a harbinger for April showers. Although March weather retains a hint of winter’s chill, it stands as a bridge to the tones of spring.

Temperature

As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). Yarmouth's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Yarmouth, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Yarmouth are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Yarmouth, 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 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:06 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 Yarmouth, the average sunshine in March 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Yarmouth, 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Yarmouth, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Yarmouth, during March, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:06 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Yarmouth, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Yarmouth have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average temperature in March - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°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°F).

Average pressure in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average pressure in March - Yarmouth, 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
Yarmouth, ME

Average wind speed in March - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average humidity in March - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Yarmouth, ME

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average snowfall in March - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Yarmouth, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Yarmouth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average UV index in March - Yarmouth, 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
Yarmouth, ME

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

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

Average visibility in March
Yarmouth, ME

Average visibility in March - Yarmouth, 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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