Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Delaware City, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Delaware City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Delaware City, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Delaware City, there are 13 snowfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).Note: Dipping into 42.3°F (5.7°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.
Daylight
In Delaware City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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
In Delaware City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in March?
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How much does it rain in March?
How many days does it snow in March?
What is the water temperature in March?
How many hours of daylight does Delaware City have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How many hours of sunshine does Delaware City have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March?
Average temperature in March
Delaware City, DE
- Average high temperature in March: 50.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 35.2°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 (26.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Delaware City, DE
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Delaware City, DE
- Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Delaware City, 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
Delaware City, DE
- Average rainfall in March: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").
Average rainfall days in March
Delaware City, DE
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Delaware City, DE
- Average snowfall in March: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Delaware City, DE
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Delaware City, DE
- Average sea temperature in March: 42.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.9°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Delaware City, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Delaware City, DE
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Delaware City, 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
Delaware City, DE
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Delaware City, 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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