March weather forecast
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rock Creek Gardens, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average high of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

March introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). During March, Rock Creek Gardens experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Rock Creek Gardens, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In March, in Rock Creek Gardens, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rock Creek Gardens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rock Creek Gardens are January through April, November and December. In Rock Creek Gardens, in March, during 3.1 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rock Creek Gardens, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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, in Rock Creek Gardens, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Rock Creek Gardens, Maryland, is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rock Creek Gardens in March?

During March, Rock Creek Gardens experiences an average high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rock Creek Gardens?

In Rock Creek Gardens, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rock Creek Gardens?

In Rock Creek Gardens, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Rock Creek Gardens?

In Rock Creek Gardens, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rock Creek Gardens?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rock Creek Gardens?

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, in Rock Creek Gardens, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

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

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

In Rock Creek Gardens, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Rock Creek Gardens?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rock Creek Gardens, Maryland, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average temperature in March - Rock Creek 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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average pressure in March - Rock Creek 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average wind speed in March - Rock Creek Gardens, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average humidity in March - Rock Creek Gardens, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average rainfall in March - Rock Creek Gardens, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Rock Creek Gardens, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 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
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average snowfall in March - Rock Creek Gardens, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Rock Creek Gardens, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rock Creek 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Rock Creek Gardens, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average UV index in March - Rock Creek 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Rock Creek Gardens, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Rock Creek Gardens, MD

Average visibility in March - Rock Creek Gardens, 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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