March weather forecast
Dayton, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Dayton, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.8°F (2.1°C) and max 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Throughout the month of March, Dayton sees a steady low-temperature average of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, Maryland, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dayton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dayton in March?

The high-temperature during March is 51.1°F (10.6°C) and the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dayton?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Dayton, Maryland, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.3 snowfall days, in March, Dayton aggregates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Dayton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Dayton is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dayton, MD

Average temperature in March - Dayton, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Dayton, MD

Average pressure in March - Dayton, 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
Dayton, MD

Average wind speed in March - Dayton, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Dayton, MD

Average humidity in March - Dayton, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Dayton, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Dayton, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Dayton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dayton, MD

Average snowfall in March - Dayton, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dayton, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Dayton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Dayton, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dayton, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dayton, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Dayton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Dayton, MD

Average UV index in March - Dayton, 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
Dayton, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Dayton, 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 29).

Average visibility in March
Dayton, MD

Average visibility in March - Dayton, 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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