March weather forecastEllsworth, ME
March
Weather in March
March marks the transition from winter to spring in Ellsworth. The city records an average high temperature of 37.4°F (3°C), which is significantly warmer than February's reading. Uniquely, March experiences a mix of climatic conditions, with a decrease in the number of snowfall days, hinting at the onset of a more favorable weather. The daylight hours increase substantially, signaling longer days ahead, a characteristic feature of spring. As April approaches, the climate becomes noticeably milder.Temperature
With the onset of March, Ellsworth's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is noted during the nights.Humidity
In Ellsworth, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In Ellsworth, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ellsworth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ellsworth. In Ellsworth, during March, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow. In Ellsworth, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.2 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:00 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 Ellsworth is 5h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ellsworth, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 37.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°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 (16.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Ellsworth, 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
Ellsworth, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Ellsworth, ME
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Ellsworth, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Ellsworth, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ellsworth, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 3.27"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ellsworth, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ellsworth, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ellsworth, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Ellsworth, 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
Ellsworth, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Ellsworth, ME
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
