March weather forecastOwls Head, ME
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Owls Head, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C).Temperature
With the onset of March, the average high-temperature stands at a still wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C), closely aligned with February's 32.7°F (0.4°C). During the nights of March, the average low-temperature holds at a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Owls Head, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Owls Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Owls Head, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 12.36" (314mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).Note: With respect to swimming, this presents an immediate life risk. Instant loss of breath control impedes logical thought. The use of a specialized swimsuit is vital to curb thermal loss.
Daylight
In Owls Head, 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 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:02 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 5.6h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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: 8h and 54min).
- 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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
Owls Head, 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).
