March weather forecast
Elkridge Heights, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elkridge Heights, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in March, with temperatures adjusting from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). During March, Elkridge Heights sees a mean low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In Elkridge Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Elkridge Heights, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkridge Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Elkridge Heights, Maryland. March is the last month it regularly snows in Elkridge Heights. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, Elkridge Heights aggregates 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Elkridge Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

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 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Elkridge Heights, 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

The average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Elkridge Heights?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Elkridge Heights, is 50.7°F (10.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elkridge Heights?

In Elkridge Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in Elkridge Heights in March?

In Elkridge Heights, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Elkridge Heights?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Elkridge Heights, Maryland. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, Elkridge Heights aggregates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Elkridge Heights?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Elkridge Heights?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Elkridge Heights, Maryland, 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 Elkridge Heights?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Elkridge Heights, Maryland, is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Elkridge Heights?

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

Average temperature in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average pressure in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average wind speed in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average humidity in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average rainfall in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average snowfall in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elkridge Heights, 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: 7h and 0min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average UV index in March - Elkridge 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Elkridge 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).

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Average visibility in March
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average visibility in March - Elkridge 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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