March weather forecast
Owls Head, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Owls Head, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature stands at a still wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C), closely aligned with February's 32.7°F (0.4°C). During the nights of March, the average low-temperature holds at a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Owls Head, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Owls Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Owls Head, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 12.36" (314mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).
Note: With respect to swimming, this presents an immediate life risk. Instant loss of breath control impedes logical thought. The use of a specialized swimsuit is vital to curb thermal loss.

Daylight

In Owls Head, 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

In March, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

Owls Head in March has an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Owls Head, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Owls Head, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Owls Head, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest?

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 Owls Head, the average seawater temperature in March 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.

How many hours of daylight does Owls Head have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:25 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?

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 many hours of sunshine does Owls Head have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Owls Head, ME

Average temperature in March - Owls Head, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Owls Head, ME

Average pressure in March - Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, ME

Average wind speed in March - Owls Head, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Owls Head, ME

Average humidity in March - Owls Head, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Owls Head, ME

Average rainfall in March - Owls Head, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Owls Head, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Owls Head, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Owls Head, ME

Average snowfall in March - Owls Head, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Owls Head, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Owls Head, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Owls Head, ME

Average sea temperature in March - Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Owls Head, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Owls Head, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Owls Head, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Owls Head, ME

Average UV index in March - Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, ME

Average visibility in March - Owls Head, 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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