March weather forecastTownsend, DE
March
Weather in March
March opens the door to noticeable changes as winter eventually starts to loosen its grip on Townsend. Nevertheless, being a transition month, weather conditions fluctuate more rapidly, showcasing the characteristics typical of both winter and spring seasons. Known for receiving rainfall of about 1.65" (42mm), March begins the transition into the wetter part of the year. As the month progresses, longer daylight hours herald the approaching warmer months. While the gusty winds start to subside, cool temperatures can still be expected, particularly during the early part of the month.Temperature
The start of March in Townsend brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) in February to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). In March, the average low-temperature is an icy 36°F (2.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Townsend, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.6 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Townsend, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Townsend, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) 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 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Townsend, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Townsend, DE
- Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Townsend, DE
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Townsend, DE
- Average wind speed in March: 9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Townsend, DE
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Townsend, DE
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").
Average rainfall days in March
Townsend, DE
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Townsend, DE
- Average snowfall in March: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Townsend, DE
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Townsend, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Townsend, DE
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Townsend, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Townsend, DE
- 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
Townsend, 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).
