March weather forecast
Bowie, MD

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Weather in March

With the arrival of March in Bowie, Maryland, signs of spring become increasingly evident. March sees further progression in reducing the winter touch, with a notable climb in temperature and distinct decline in snowfall to 1.69" (43mm). The city starts donning a relatively green hue, with a noticeable increase in rainfall, nurturing growth. Concurrently, the wind speed escalates, leading to conditions ripe for sporadic showers. With the palpable change in weather, the city revives itself, gearing up for a livelier season.

Temperature

The transition from February to March in Bowie brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). In Bowie, the average nighttime temperature during March is a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bowie is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.7 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bowie, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Bowie, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Bowie, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 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 Bowie, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bowie is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Bowie?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Bowie, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bowie?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bowie is 72%.

How much does it rain in Bowie in March?

In Bowie, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Bowie?

In Bowie, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bowie have in March?

In Bowie, Maryland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bowie?

In March, 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 the month, in Bowie, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Bowie?

In Bowie, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Bowie?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bowie is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bowie, MD

Average temperature in March - Bowie, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bowie, MD

Average pressure in March - Bowie, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Bowie, MD

Average wind speed in March - Bowie, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bowie, MD

Average humidity in March - Bowie, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bowie, MD

Average rainfall in March - Bowie, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bowie, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Bowie, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bowie, MD

Average snowfall in March - Bowie, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bowie, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Bowie, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bowie, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bowie, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bowie, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Bowie, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bowie, MD

Average UV index in March - Bowie, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bowie, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Bowie, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Bowie, MD

Average visibility in March - Bowie, 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).

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