March weather forecastShepherd Park, DC
March
Weather in March
As March heralds the onset of spring in Shepherd Park, temperatures steadily increase, averaging between 37°F (2.8°C) to 52.3°F (11.3°C). The transition to this season is marked by increasing rainfall and decreasing snowfall, which provides a moist wind. It brings a palpable change, replacing the biting chill of winter with milder, more agreeable weather. This month also witnesses a notable rise in day length, providing increased hours of sunshine. Despite the monthly average wind speed of 8.1mph (13km/h), the spring breeze rarely feels overly intrusive.Temperature
March comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a wintry 37°F (2.8°C).Humidity
In Shepherd Park, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.Rainfall
In Shepherd Park, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shepherd Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Shepherd Park, in March, during 3.1 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.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 March, sunrise is at 6:52 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
In Shepherd Park, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average rainfall in March: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average snowfall in March: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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 42min
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
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average sunshine days in March: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).
Average UV index in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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 32).
Average visibility in March
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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).
