March weather forecast
Riverdale Gardens, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Riverdale Gardens, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.4°F (3°C) and max 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). During the nights in March, Riverdale Gardens experiences a consistent average temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Riverdale Gardens, Maryland, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Riverdale Gardens, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall in Riverdale Gardens. In Riverdale Gardens, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Riverdale Gardens, 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 in Riverdale Gardens is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 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 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Riverdale Gardens?

March temperatures in Riverdale Gardens, Maryland, 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 Riverdale Gardens?

In March, the average relative humidity in Riverdale Gardens, Maryland, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Riverdale Gardens?

In Riverdale Gardens, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Riverdale Gardens in March?

In Riverdale Gardens, Maryland, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Riverdale Gardens have in March?

In Riverdale Gardens, Maryland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Riverdale Gardens?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Riverdale Gardens, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Riverdale Gardens?

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

In Riverdale Gardens, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Riverdale Gardens?

In Riverdale Gardens, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average temperature in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average pressure in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average wind speed in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average humidity in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average rainfall in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average snowfall in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average UV index in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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
Riverdale Gardens, MD

Average visibility in March - Riverdale Gardens, 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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