March is a very cold and rainy time for sunbathing in Maine, and not recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Maine for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Maine in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Maine in March is 6°. The average maximum temperature is 1° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average temperature in Maine in March is 1°. The average temperature ranges is -4° in the previous month and 7° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Maine in March is -4°. The minimum temperature is -9° in the previous month and 2° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Maine in March are 11.9 and there are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Maine in March is typically 4.1 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Maine in March is 2.1° which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
The average total rainfall in Maine in March is 87.2cm and on average there are 11 rainy days in March making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Maine in March is -2° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -6° in the previous month and 4° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Maine in March is typically 83.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 83% in the previous month and 85.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Maine in March is typically 63.5%. The average relative humidity is 63.6% in the previous month and 64% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Maine in March is typically 30kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 30kmh in the previous month and 30kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Maine in March is typically 13kmh. The average wind speed is 13kmh in the previous month and 13kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Maine in March is from the North West.
