March weather forecast
Damascus, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Damascus, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average high of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) in February to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). The low-temperature average for Damascus during March stands at a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Damascus, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Damascus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Damascus, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In Damascus, 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 average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Damascus, 50.5°F (10.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.3°F (1.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Damascus is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Damascus, Maryland, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Damascus, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Damascus?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Damascus is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Damascus, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value 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
Damascus, MD

Average temperature in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Damascus, MD

Average pressure in March - Damascus, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Damascus, MD

Average wind speed in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Damascus, MD

Average humidity in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Damascus, MD

Average rainfall in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Damascus, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Damascus, MD

Average snowfall in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Damascus, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Damascus, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Damascus, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Damascus, MD

Average UV index in March - Damascus, 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
Damascus, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Damascus, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Damascus, MD

Average visibility in March - Damascus, 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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