March weather forecast
Kennebunk, ME

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Weather in March

The arrival of March in Kennebunk, Maine, signifies a move away from the frigid winter towards the temperate climes of spring. Temperatures experience a considerable increment, topping at around 39°F (3.9°C), marking this month as a period of change for weather conditions in Kennebunk. With decreasing snowfall of just 2.64" (67mm), evidence of the spring thaw starts to emerge across the city. Longer daylight hours accompany the warming trend, bringing welcomed brightness to the transitioning landscape. As winter yields to the oncoming spring, Kennebunk transitions into a playground for nature to blossom and awaken.

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Kennebunk's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a still icy 39°F (3.9°C). In the month of March, the average low-temperature in Kennebunk, Maine, usually rests at a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Kennebunk is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kennebunk, Maine, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kennebunk, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kennebunk. In March, in Kennebunk, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated. In Kennebunk, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 18.94" (481mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Kennebunk is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Kennebunk, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:08 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 Kennebunk is 5.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kennebunk. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Kennebunk in March?

Kennebunk in March has an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Kennebunk?

In March, the average relative humidity in Kennebunk is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kennebunk?

In March, in Kennebunk, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kennebunk in March?

In Kennebunk, in March, during 7.1 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kennebunk have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Kennebunk?

On the first day of March in Kennebunk, Maine, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:08 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Kennebunk, Maine, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Kennebunk have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Kennebunk, Maine, is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kennebunk?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Kennebunk?

In Kennebunk, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average temperature in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average pressure in March - Kennebunk, 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
Kennebunk, ME

Average wind speed in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average humidity in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average rainfall in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average snowfall in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kennebunk, 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 4min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average UV index in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
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
Kennebunk, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Kennebunk, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Kennebunk, ME

Average visibility in March - Kennebunk, 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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