March weather forecastLa Plata, MD
March
Weather in March
March witnesses a shift in weather conditions, swapping the snow-laden days of winter for the onset of the rainy season. The temperature range sees a significant jump compared to February, reaching up to 53.6°F (12°C) in the day and dropping to 37.9°F (3.3°C) at night. This month has a relative increase in rainfall with an average of 2.4" (61mm) measured over roughly 13.8 days. From a weather standpoint, March significantly stands apart from April due to its reduced sunshine hours at an average of 6.7 hours per day. Relative humidity and wind speed show minimal changes compared to the preceding month, standing at 73% and approximately 7.8mph (12.6km/h), respectively.Temperature
La Plata in March observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in February to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 37.9°F (3.3°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In La Plata, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In La Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In La Plata, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In La Plata, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.Daylight
In La Plata, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 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 6.7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in La Plata is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
La Plata, MD
- Average high temperature in March: 53.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).
Average pressure in March
La Plata, 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
La Plata, MD
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
La Plata, MD
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (73%).
Average rainfall in March
La Plata, MD
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
La Plata, MD
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
La Plata, MD
- Average snowfall in March: 1.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
La Plata, MD
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
La Plata, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
La Plata, MD
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
La Plata, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
La Plata, MD
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
La Plata, 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).
