March weather forecast
Shepherd Park, DC

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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

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Shepherd Park experiences a nighttime temperature average of 37°F (2.8°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Shepherd Park is 71%.

Rainfall

In March, in Shepherd Park, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is 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 Shepherd Park, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, there are 15 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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 March, the average sunshine in Shepherd Park is 6.7h.

UV index

In Shepherd Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shepherd Park in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Shepherd Park, is 52.3°F (11.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shepherd Park?

The average relative humidity in March in Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Shepherd Park in March?

In March, in Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Shepherd Park?

In Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, in March, during 3.1 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Shepherd Park?

The average day length in March in Shepherd Park is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Shepherd Park?

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 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, 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 Shepherd Park?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Shepherd Park is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Shepherd Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Shepherd Park is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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Average pressure in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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Average humidity in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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Average UV index in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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Average visibility in March
Shepherd Park, DC

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).

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