March weather forecast
Claymont, DE

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Weather in March

March signals the arrival of spring in Claymont with temperatures ranging from 34.7°F (1.5°C) to 49.3°F (9.6°C). The city sees an increase in precipitation, with average rainfall measures at 2.95" (75mm), making it a slightly wetter month compared to the previous ones. As the snow gradually melts, rainfall shifts to replace the white scenery with green landscapes. Cloudier skies become a common sight during March, with a cloud coverage of around 47%. March’s weather heralds a significantly warmer and rainier season ahead.

Temperature

March comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in February to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In Claymont, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Claymont, in March, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.9 rainfall days, and 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) 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 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Claymont, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Claymont?

In Claymont, in March, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Claymont?

In Claymont, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Claymont?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

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

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 Claymont have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Claymont, DE

Average temperature in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Claymont, DE

Average pressure in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Claymont, DE

Average wind speed in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Claymont, DE

Average humidity in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Claymont, DE

Average rainfall in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in March
Claymont, DE

Average rainfall days in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Claymont, DE

Average snowfall in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Claymont, DE

Average snowfall days in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Claymont, DE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Claymont, DE
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

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).

Average sunshine days in March
Claymont, DE

Average sunshine days in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Claymont, DE

Average UV index in March - Claymont, DE
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Claymont, DE

Average cloud cover in March - Claymont, DE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Claymont, DE

Average visibility in March - Claymont, DE
  • 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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