March weather forecast
Vinalhaven, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Vinalhaven, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Vinalhaven's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a still icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) from February's 35.1°F (1.7°C). Vinalhaven navigates through March with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Vinalhaven is 76%.

Rainfall

In Vinalhaven, during March, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vinalhaven, there are 109.9 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Vinalhaven are January through April, November and December. In Vinalhaven, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vinalhaven, there are 30.9 snowfall days, and 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average ocean temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).
Note: During swimming activities, this is a serious life-threatening hazard. Rapid loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive abilities. A specialized swimsuit is essential to limit thermal wastage.

Daylight

In Vinalhaven, 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 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Vinalhaven, Maine, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:01 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 Vinalhaven, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Vinalhaven. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Vinalhaven?

Vinalhaven in March has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Vinalhaven?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Vinalhaven?

In Vinalhaven, in March, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Vinalhaven in March?

In Vinalhaven, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the coldest ocean in Vinalhaven?

With an average ocean temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Vinalhaven?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Vinalhaven, Maine, is 38.3°F (3.5°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Vinalhaven have in March?

In March, the average day length in Vinalhaven is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Vinalhaven?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Vinalhaven, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Vinalhaven, 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 Vinalhaven have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Vinalhaven is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Vinalhaven?

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 Vinalhaven?

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

Average temperature in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average pressure in March - Vinalhaven, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average wind speed in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 18mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average humidity in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average rainfall in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (1.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average snowfall in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average sea temperature in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average sea temperature in March: 38.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Vinalhaven, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Vinalhaven, ME

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
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
Vinalhaven, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Vinalhaven, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Vinalhaven, ME

Average visibility in March - Vinalhaven, 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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