March weather forecastCastine, ME
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Castine, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).Temperature
As March arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Castine experiences a steady low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) throughout March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Castine, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Castine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. In Castine, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.3 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).Note: In the scenario of swimming, this is assessed as life-threatening and highly risky. The chilling water causes severe discomfort and induces instant hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is necessary to counter thermal damage.
Daylight
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 5:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:01 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 5.1h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Average temperature in March
Castine, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Castine, 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
Castine, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in March
Castine, ME
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Castine, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in March
Castine, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Castine, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Castine, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Castine, ME
- Average sea temperature in March: 38.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Castine, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Castine, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Castine, 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
Castine, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in March
Castine, ME
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
