March weather forecastForest Heights, MD
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Forest Heights, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C).Temperature
Entering March, Forest Heights notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). An average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) is noted during the nights in March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Forest Heights is 72%.Rainfall
In Forest Heights, in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. 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 is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Forest Heights, 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.
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
In Forest Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
