March weather forecast
Bass Harbor, ME

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Bass Harbor, Maine, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in Bass Harbor records at a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bass Harbor, Maine, is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bass Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bass Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.1 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:59 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 5.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Bass Harbor?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bass Harbor, Maine, are 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Bass Harbor?

The average relative humidity in March in Bass Harbor is 80%.

How much does it rain in Bass Harbor in March?

In Bass Harbor, Maine, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bass Harbor in March?

In Bass Harbor, Maine, during March, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Bass Harbor?

The average day length in March in Bass Harbor, Maine, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Bass Harbor?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Bass Harbor, Maine, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Bass Harbor, Maine, is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bass Harbor?

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 reading in March in Bass Harbor?

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

Average temperature in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average pressure in March - Bass Harbor, 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
Bass Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average humidity in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bass Harbor, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average UV index in March - Bass Harbor, 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
Bass Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Bass Harbor, ME

Average visibility in March - Bass Harbor, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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