March weather forecast
Rock Creek Park, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Rock Creek Park, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). In Rock Creek Park, March nights cool down to an average of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Rock Creek Park.

Rainfall

In Rock Creek Park, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rock Creek Park, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Rock Creek Park. In Rock Creek Park, Maryland, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rock Creek Park, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Rock Creek Park, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Rock Creek Park?

In March, in Rock Creek Park, the average high-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Rock Creek Park?

The months with the lowest humidity in Rock Creek Park are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

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

In Rock Creek Park, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in Rock Creek Park in March?

In March, in Rock Creek Park, Maryland, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Rock Creek Park, Maryland, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

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

In Rock Creek Park, Maryland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rock Creek Park?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Rock Creek Park, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Rock Creek Park, Maryland, is 6.9h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rock Creek Park is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average temperature in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average pressure in March - Rock Creek Park, 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
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average wind speed in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average humidity in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average rainfall in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average snowfall in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
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 Park, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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 Park, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rock Creek Park, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average UV index in March - Rock Creek Park, 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 Park, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average visibility in March - Rock Creek Park, 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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