March weather forecast
Mount Rainier, MD

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Weather in March

March offers Mount Rainier a significant transition into spring, with distinct weather alterations observed. The snowfall drastically decreases from 2.24" (57mm) in February to 1.61" (41mm), marking a shift away from winter conditions. As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, the amount of sunshine is noticeably increased when compared to February. March typically delivers wetter weather, with rainfall amounts slightly higher than those experienced in the earlier months. The accumulation of these climate patterns contributes to the defining features of weather in Mount Rainier in March.

Temperature

March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Mount Rainier encounters an average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Mount Rainier, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Mount Rainier, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Rainier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall in Mount Rainier, Maryland. In March, in Mount Rainier, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mount Rainier, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, 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 in Mount Rainier is 6.8h.

UV index

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: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Mount Rainier?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mount Rainier?

The average relative humidity in March in Mount Rainier is 72%.

How much does it rain in Mount Rainier in March?

In Mount Rainier, Maryland, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mount Rainier in March?

In March, in Mount Rainier, Maryland, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mount Rainier?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mount Rainier?

In March, 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 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 Mount Rainier?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Mount Rainier, Maryland, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Rainier have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mount Rainier is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Mount Rainier?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Rainier, Maryland, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average temperature in March - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°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 (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average pressure in March - Mount Rainier, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average wind speed in March - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average humidity in March - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average rainfall in March - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average snowfall in March - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Rainier, 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: 6h and 5min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average UV index in March - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Rainier, 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 29).

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Average visibility in March
Mount Rainier, MD

Average visibility in March - Mount Rainier, 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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