March weather forecast
Dames Quarter, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Dames Quarter, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in February to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). In Dames Quarter, an average temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Dames Quarter, during March, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Dames Quarter aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Dames Quarter, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.7 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:26 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

In Dames Quarter, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Dames Quarter, is 50.7°F (10.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Dames Quarter, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Dames Quarter aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dames Quarter have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:26 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 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Dames Quarter, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average temperature in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Dames Quarter, MD

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

Average wind speed in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average wind speed in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average humidity in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average rainfall in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average snowfall in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average UV index in March - Dames Quarter, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Dames Quarter, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Dames Quarter, MD

Average visibility in March - Dames Quarter, 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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