March weather forecast
Belfast, ME

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Weather in March

March arrives with subtle signs of spring despite maintaining the cold grip of winter. Weather conditions shift throughout the month, with a notable decline in snowfall and slight warming of temperatures compared to February. Snowfall dwindles to a scant 2.76" (70mm), hinting at the potential transition to spring. The people of Belfast look forward to the emerging thaw as the more significant daylight hours and warming temperatures melt the winter’s snow. Gradually, the weather in this period ushers in the first few signs of spring bloom.

Temperature

A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in March, with temperatures adjusting from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Belfast witnesses an average temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In Belfast, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Belfast, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. In Belfast, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.3 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Belfast is March, with an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).
Note: While participating in swimming, this is a serious life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, making lucid thinking almost impossible. The use of a specialized swimsuit is crucial to control thermal loss.

Daylight

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 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Belfast, 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

In Belfast, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Belfast. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Belfast?

The high-temperature in Belfast during March is 37°F (2.8°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Belfast?

The average relative humidity in March in Belfast, Maine, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Belfast?

In Belfast, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Belfast?

In Belfast, in March, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What month is the ocean coldest in Belfast?

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

How cold is the water in March in Belfast?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Belfast, Maine, is 37.9°F (3.3°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in March in Belfast?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Belfast?

On the first day of March in Belfast, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:02 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Belfast, Maine, is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Belfast?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Belfast?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Belfast is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Belfast, ME

Average temperature in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Belfast, ME

Average pressure in March - Belfast, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Belfast, ME

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

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

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Average humidity in March
Belfast, ME

Average humidity in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Belfast, ME

Average rainfall in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in March
Belfast, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Belfast, ME

Average snowfall in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Belfast, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Belfast, ME

Average sea temperature in March - Belfast, 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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Belfast, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Belfast, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Belfast, ME

Average UV index in March - Belfast, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Belfast, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Belfast, ME

Average visibility in March - Belfast, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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