March weather forecastCushing, ME
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Cushing, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Temperature
Cushing's shift into March sets the average high-temperature at a still wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from February's 32.7°F (0.4°C). March witnesses a minor deviation from daytime peaks, with an average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Cushing, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Cushing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cushing, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 12.36" (314mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
With an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: During swimming, this circumstance is both life-threatening and incredibly perilous. The intense cold sensation provokes rapid hyperventilation. The use of a specialized swimsuit is imperative to prevent thermal injuries.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:03 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 Cushing, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Cushing, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Cushing, 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
Cushing, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 14.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Cushing, ME
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Cushing, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
Cushing, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cushing, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 2.48"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cushing, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Cushing, ME
- Average sea temperature in March: 37.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cushing, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cushing, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Cushing, 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
Cushing, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Cushing, 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).
