March weather forecast
Betterton, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Betterton, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a cool 50°F (10°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Betterton, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Betterton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Betterton aggregates 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) 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 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Betterton, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In Betterton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Betterton experiences an average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Betterton, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Betterton, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Betterton aggregates 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Betterton, MD

Average temperature in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Betterton, MD

Average pressure in March - Betterton, MD
  • 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
Betterton, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Betterton, MD

Average humidity in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Betterton, MD

Average rainfall in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Betterton, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Betterton, MD

Average snowfall in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Betterton, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Betterton, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

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
Betterton, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Betterton, MD

Average UV index in March - Betterton, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Betterton, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Betterton, MD

Average visibility in March - Betterton, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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