March weather forecast
Somerset, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Somerset, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in February to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). An average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Somerset, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Somerset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Somerset, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 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

The average sunshine in March in Somerset is 6.8h.

UV index

In Somerset, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Somerset, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, in Somerset, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Somerset have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Somerset, MD

Average temperature in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Somerset, MD

Average pressure in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Somerset, MD

Average wind speed in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Somerset, MD

Average humidity in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Somerset, MD

Average rainfall in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Somerset, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Somerset, MD

Average snowfall in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Somerset, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Somerset, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Somerset, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Somerset, MD

Average UV index in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Somerset, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Somerset, MD

Average visibility in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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