Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The commencement of March sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in February to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). Bethesda cools down to an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) throughout the month of March.Humidity
In Bethesda, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.Rainfall
In Bethesda, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bethesda, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Bethesda are January through April, November and December. In Bethesda, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Bethesda, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.7 days and aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Bethesda 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 6:53 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Bethesda in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Bethesda?
How much does it rain in Bethesda in March?
How much does it snow in Bethesda in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Bethesda?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bethesda?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Bethesda?
How long on average sun shines in March in Bethesda?
How high is the UV index in March in Bethesda?
Average temperature in March
Bethesda, MD
- Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in March
Bethesda, 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
Bethesda, MD
- Average wind speed in March: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Bethesda, MD
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Bethesda, MD
- Average rainfall in March: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").
Average rainfall days in March
Bethesda, MD
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Bethesda, MD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Bethesda, MD
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Bethesda, MD
- 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bethesda, MD
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Bethesda, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Bethesda, 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 31).
Average visibility in March
Bethesda, 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).
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