March weather forecast
West Elkridge, MD

Share

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Elkridge, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, West Elkridge observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from February's frosty 43°F (6.1°C) to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). The average temperature drops to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C) during the night in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, in West Elkridge, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Elkridge, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in West Elkridge. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, West Elkridge aggregates 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In West Elkridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in West Elkridge is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in West Elkridge, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 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 in West Elkridge is 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in West Elkridge is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Elkridge in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in West Elkridge?

In West Elkridge, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Elkridge?

In West Elkridge, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in West Elkridge?

March is the last month it regularly snows in West Elkridge, Maryland. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, West Elkridge aggregates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Elkridge?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in West Elkridge?

On the first day of March in West Elkridge, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in West Elkridge?

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in West Elkridge, Maryland, is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in West Elkridge?

In West Elkridge, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average temperature in March - West Elkridge, 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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average pressure in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average wind speed in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average humidity in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average rainfall in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average rainfall days in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average snowfall in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average snowfall days in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Elkridge, 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: 7h and 0min

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).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average sunshine days in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average UV index in March - West Elkridge, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average cloud cover in March - West Elkridge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

[Resources]

Average visibility in March
West Elkridge, MD

Average visibility in March - West Elkridge, 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).

[Resources]

West Elkridge, Maryland, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location