March weather forecast
Benfield, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Benfield, is a cool month, 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 beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). The average low-temperature during March nights is an icy 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 Benfield, Maryland.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Benfield, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Benfield, records 50.7°F (10.4°C), while the low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In Benfield, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Benfield?

In Benfield, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Benfield, 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 Benfield?

In Benfield, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Benfield have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Benfield, Maryland, is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Benfield, MD

Average temperature in March - Benfield, 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).

Average pressure in March
Benfield, MD

Average pressure in March - Benfield, 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).

Average wind speed in March
Benfield, MD

Average wind speed in March - Benfield, 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).

Average humidity in March
Benfield, MD

Average humidity in March - Benfield, 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%).

Average rainfall in March
Benfield, MD

Average rainfall in March - Benfield, 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").

Average rainfall days in March
Benfield, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Benfield, 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).

Average snowfall in March
Benfield, MD

Average snowfall in March - Benfield, 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").

Average snowfall days in March
Benfield, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Benfield, 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).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Benfield, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Benfield, 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).

Average sunshine days in March
Benfield, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Benfield, 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).

Average UV index in March
Benfield, MD

Average UV index in March - Benfield, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Benfield, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Benfield, 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).

Average visibility in March
Benfield, MD

Average visibility in March - Benfield, 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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