March weather forecastYork Harbor, ME
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in York Harbor, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C).Temperature
As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a still wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). During March, York Harbor's temperature averages to a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in York Harbor is 78%.Rainfall
In York Harbor, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In York Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.8 days and collects up to 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In York Harbor, during March, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In York Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 14.25" (362mm) 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: While swimming, this is identified as life-endangering and very dangerous. The water's freezing temperatures cause intense discomfort and induce rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to mitigate thermal damage.
Daylight
In York Harbor, Maine, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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
In York Harbor, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
York Harbor, ME
- Average high temperature in March: 40.1°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 (31.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in March
York Harbor, 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
York Harbor, ME
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
York Harbor, ME
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
York Harbor, ME
- Average rainfall in March: 1.89"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and December (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").
Average rainfall days in March
York Harbor, ME
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
York Harbor, ME
- Average snowfall in March: 2.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
York Harbor, ME
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
York Harbor, 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
York Harbor, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
York Harbor, ME
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).
Average UV index in March
York Harbor, 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
York Harbor, ME
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
York Harbor, 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).
