March weather forecast
Milford, DE

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Weather in March

March sees a shift in weather as temperatures begin to climb, indicating the approach of spring. Despite a lesser amount of snowfall, marked at just 0.98" (25mm), the rainfall intensifies, leading to more humid conditions. There is a distinct improvement in daylight hours and an increase in wind speed, with gusts blowing away the last of the winter chill. Fog and mist are frequent on mornings, giving March a fresh, spring-like appeal.

Temperature

March's onset in Milford brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a still chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) is expected in Milford.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Milford is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Milford, Delaware, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Milford, Delaware, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Milford are January through March, May, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.1 snowfall days, in March, Milford aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Milford, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.4 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:24 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 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Milford?

The high-temperature, in March, in Milford, records 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Milford?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Milford in March?

In Milford, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Milford?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Milford, Delaware. During 2.1 snowfall days, in March, Milford aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Milford have in March?

The average day length in March in Milford, Delaware, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Milford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Milford, Delaware, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

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

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

In Milford, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Milford?

In Milford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Milford, DE

Average temperature in March - Milford, DE
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Milford, DE

Average pressure in March - Milford, DE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Milford, DE

Average wind speed in March - Milford, DE
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Milford, DE

Average humidity in March - Milford, DE
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Milford, DE

Average rainfall in March - Milford, DE
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in March
Milford, DE

Average rainfall days in March - Milford, DE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Milford, DE

Average snowfall in March - Milford, DE
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Milford, DE

Average snowfall days in March - Milford, DE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Milford, DE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Milford, DE
  • 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Milford, DE

Average sunshine days in March - Milford, DE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Milford, DE

Average UV index in March - Milford, DE
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Milford, DE

Average cloud cover in March - Milford, DE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Milford, DE

Average visibility in March - Milford, DE
  • 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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