March weather forecast
Forest Heights, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Forest Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.2°F (11.8°C) and min 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Forest Heights's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). The average temperature during March nights in Forest Heights is registered at an icy 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Forest Heights, in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Forest Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Forest Heights, during March, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Forest Heights is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Forest Heights?

In Forest Heights, in March, 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 Forest Heights?

The average relative humidity in March in Forest Heights, Maryland, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Forest Heights?

In Forest Heights, Maryland, in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Forest Heights in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Heights have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Forest Heights?

On the first day of March in Forest Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Forest Heights, Maryland, is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Forest Heights?

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

Average temperature in March - Forest Heights, 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
Forest Heights, MD

Average pressure in March - Forest 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Forest Heights, MD

Average wind speed in March - Forest Heights, 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
Forest Heights, MD

Average humidity in March - Forest 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Forest Heights, MD

Average rainfall in March - Forest Heights, 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
Forest Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Forest Heights, 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
Forest Heights, MD

Average snowfall in March - Forest Heights, 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
Forest Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Forest Heights, 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
Forest Heights, MD

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Forest Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Forest Heights, 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
Forest Heights, MD

Average UV index in March - Forest 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Forest Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Forest 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 30).

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Average visibility in March
Forest Heights, MD

Average visibility in March - Forest Heights, 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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