March weather forecastBel Alton, MD
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Bel Alton, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).Temperature
The shift into March is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in February to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). During March, Bel Alton observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).Humidity
January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Bel Alton, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bel Alton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bel Alton, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:30 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 6.7h.UV index
In Bel Alton, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Bel Alton, MD
- Average high temperature in March: 53.6°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 (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Bel Alton, 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
Bel Alton, MD
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Bel Alton, MD
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Bel Alton, MD
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
Bel Alton, MD
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Bel Alton, MD
- Average snowfall in March: 1.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Bel Alton, MD
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Bel Alton, MD
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bel Alton, MD
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Bel Alton, 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Bel Alton, 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 32).
Average visibility in March
Bel Alton, 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).
