March weather forecast
Detour, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Detour, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). Detour records an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In Detour, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Detour, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
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.
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 in Detour is 6.5h.

UV index

In Detour, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Detour in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Detour, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Detour, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Detour?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Detour have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

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
Detour, MD

Average temperature in March - Detour, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Detour, MD

Average pressure in March - Detour, 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
Detour, MD

Average wind speed in March - Detour, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Detour, MD

Average humidity in March - Detour, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Detour, MD

Average rainfall in March - Detour, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Detour, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Detour, MD

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

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

Average snowfall days in March
Detour, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Detour, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Detour, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Detour, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Detour, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Detour, MD

Average UV index in March - Detour, 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
Detour, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Detour, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Detour, MD

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

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

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