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 beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). During March, the nighttime temperature in Capitol Heights, Maryland, averages to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Capitol Heights is 72%.Rainfall
In Capitol Heights, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. 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 Capitol Heights, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Capitol Heights, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Capitol Heights is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Capitol Heights, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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
In March, the average sunshine in Capitol Heights is 6.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Capitol Heights, Maryland, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Capitol Heights in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Capitol Heights?
How many days does it rain in March in Capitol Heights?
How many days does it snow in March in Capitol Heights?
What is the average length of the day in March in Capitol Heights?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Capitol Heights?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Capitol Heights?
How long on average sun shines in March in Capitol Heights?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Capitol Heights?
Average temperature in March
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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 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).
Average sunshine days in March
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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
Capitol Heights, 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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