March weather forecast
Derwood, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Derwood, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). During March, the average low-temperature is an icy 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Derwood, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Derwood, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.7 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 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 Derwood, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Derwood, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in Derwood in March?

In Derwood, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Derwood, 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 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Derwood, sunrise is at 6:53 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 in Derwood, 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 Derwood have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Derwood, MD

Average temperature in March - Derwood, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.6°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Derwood, MD

Average pressure in March - Derwood, 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
Derwood, MD

Average wind speed in March - Derwood, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Derwood, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Derwood, MD

Average rainfall in March - Derwood, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Derwood, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Derwood, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Derwood, MD

Average snowfall in March - Derwood, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Derwood, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Derwood, 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, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Derwood, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Derwood, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Derwood, MD

Average UV index in March - Derwood, 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
Derwood, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Derwood, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Derwood, MD

Average visibility in March - Derwood, 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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