March weather forecastKittery, ME
March
Weather in March
As March rolls in, Kittery, Maine welcomes signs of spring. With temperatures on the rise compared to February, and snowfall receding, the city bids adieu to the snowy winter. March receives an average snowfall on about 6.8 days, decreasing snow presence from previous months. The sunshine hours gradually increase, leading to longer daylight hours. This transition phase between winter and spring provides a perfect balance to the weather and makes it spectacularly serene.Temperature
March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's icy 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a still wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). Kittery experiences a nighttime temperature average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Kittery, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. In Kittery, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.2 days and aggregates up to 16.97" (431mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).Note: Within the context of swimming, this scenario is life-threatening. Instant loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive functions. It is essential to use a specialized swimsuit to mitigate thermal loss.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 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
In Kittery, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Kittery, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°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 July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Kittery, ME
- Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Kittery, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Kittery, ME
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Kittery, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in March
Kittery, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Kittery, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 2.68"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Kittery, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Kittery, ME
- Average sea temperature in March: 38.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (65.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.5°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kittery, ME
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Kittery, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Kittery, ME
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Kittery, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Kittery, 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).
