March weather forecast
Birch Harbor, ME

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). March in Birch Harbor sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Birch Harbor, Maine, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Birch Harbor, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 32.28" (820mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Birch Harbor, Maine. In Birch Harbor, Maine, during March, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Birch Harbor, there are 48.1 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Birch Harbor, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:58 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 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Birch Harbor, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Birch Harbor?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Birch Harbor during March are 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Birch Harbor?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Birch Harbor in March?

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

How many days does it snow in March in Birch Harbor?

In March, in Birch Harbor, Maine, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Birch Harbor have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Birch Harbor?

On the first day of March in Birch Harbor, Maine, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:58 pm EDT.

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

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

In Birch Harbor, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Birch Harbor?

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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average temperature in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average pressure in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average wind speed in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average humidity in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average rainfall in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average snowfall in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average UV index in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Birch 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
Birch Harbor, ME

Average visibility in March - Birch 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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