March weather forecastBladensburg, MD
March
Weather in March
March in Bladensburg, Maryland, emerges as a beacon of change, finally freeing inhabitants from the grip of frosty winter months that preceded it. Despite this, keep in mind that March can still throw out cold days, a stark reminder of the bygone winter. As the mercury gradually rises compared to February's temperatures, the snowy blanket starts retreating, paving the way for a change towards wet weather. The elements exchange their snowy attire for a drizzly one with rain being a common sight in March. That said, the interspersed sunny spells are a pleasant surprise and a harbinger of brighter, warmer months ahead.Temperature
The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). During March nights, Bladensburg records an average temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).Humidity
In Bladensburg, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.Rainfall
In Bladensburg, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April and December are months with snowfall. In Bladensburg, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Bladensburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.UV index
In Bladensburg, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Bladensburg, MD
- 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 (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Bladensburg, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Bladensburg, MD
- Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Bladensburg, MD
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Bladensburg, MD
- Average rainfall in March: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").
Average rainfall days in March
Bladensburg, MD
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Bladensburg, MD
- Average snowfall in March: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Bladensburg, MD
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Bladensburg, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bladensburg, MD
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Bladensburg, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Bladensburg, MD
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Bladensburg, MD
- 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).
