March weather forecastBoothbay Harbor, ME
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Temperature
In Boothbay Harbor, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In Boothbay Harbor, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Boothbay Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40 snowfall days, and 20.08" (510mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: In relation to swimming, this scenario is excessively cold, perilous, and a direct threat to life. Hypothermia strikes rapidly in the absence of insulated waterproof gear.
Daylight
In Boothbay Harbor, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:04 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 Boothbay Harbor, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 3.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average sea temperature in March: 37.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.9°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Boothbay Harbor, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
