March weather forecast
College Park, MD

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Weather in March

March heralds the arrival of spring in College Park, with a noticeable increase in temperatures. The weather remains humid, with relative humidity standing at 72%. Rainfall becomes more frequent, with total rainfall reaching 2.44" (62mm) over a span of 14.4 days. As the snow melts away, the city enjoys longer daylight hours and more sunshine. Mild winds persist throughout the month, providing a gentle touch to the transitional weather.

Temperature

As College Park welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in College Park, Maryland, is 72%.

Rainfall

In College Park, during March, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in College Park, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in College Park. In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. In College Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in College Park, Maryland, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in College Park, Maryland, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in College Park in March?

In March, in College Park, the average high-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in College Park?

In College Park, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in College Park in March?

In College Park, Maryland, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in College Park?

In College Park, Maryland, in March, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does College Park have in March?

In March, the average day length in College Park is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in College Park?

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 College Park, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in College Park, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does College Park have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in College Park is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in College Park?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
College Park, MD

Average temperature in March - College Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
College Park, MD

Average pressure in March - College Park, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
College Park, MD

Average wind speed in March - College Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
College Park, MD

Average humidity in March - College Park, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
College Park, MD

Average rainfall in March - College Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
College Park, MD

Average rainfall days in March - College Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
College Park, MD

Average snowfall in March - College Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
College Park, MD

Average snowfall days in March - College Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
College Park, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - College Park, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
College Park, MD

Average sunshine days in March - College Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
College Park, MD

Average UV index in March - College Park, 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
College Park, MD

Average cloud cover in March - College Park, 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 30).

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Average visibility in March
College Park, MD

Average visibility in March - College Park, 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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