March weather forecast
Cape Elizabeth, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cape Elizabeth, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Cape Elizabeth's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a still wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). In Cape Elizabeth, the expected average low-temperature for March is a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cape Elizabeth, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cape Elizabeth, there are 127 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cape Elizabeth, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Cape Elizabeth, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 11.73" (298mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cape Elizabeth, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:06 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 in Cape Elizabeth is 5.9h.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Cape Elizabeth?

Cape Elizabeth in March has an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, Maine, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cape Elizabeth?

In Cape Elizabeth, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Cape Elizabeth?

In March, in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cape Elizabeth?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cape Elizabeth?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Cape Elizabeth, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:06 pm EDT.

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

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

In Cape Elizabeth, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cape Elizabeth?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Cape Elizabeth?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cape Elizabeth 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
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average temperature in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average pressure in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average wind speed in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average humidity in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cape Elizabeth, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average UV index in March - Cape Elizabeth, 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
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Cape Elizabeth, ME

Average visibility in March - Cape Elizabeth, 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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