March weather forecastDistrict Heights, MD
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in District Heights, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).Temperature
The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 37.9°F (3.3°C) in March.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In District Heights, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In District Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.8 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in District Heights, Maryland, are January through April, November and December. In District Heights, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In District Heights, the average length of the day in March 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
In March, the average sunshine is 6.9h.UV index
In District Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
District Heights, MD
- Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.9°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 (28.2°F).
Average pressure in March
District 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
District Heights, MD
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in March
District Heights, MD
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (72%).
Average rainfall in March
District Heights, MD
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in March
District Heights, MD
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
District Heights, MD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
District Heights, MD
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
District 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
District Heights, MD
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
District 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
District Heights, MD
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
District 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).
