March weather forecast
District Heights, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in District Heights, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 37.9°F (3.3°C) in March.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In District Heights, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In District Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.8 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in District Heights, Maryland, are January through April, November and December. In District Heights, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In District Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 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 District Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In District Heights, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in District Heights in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does District Heights have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 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 reading in March?

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
District Heights, MD

Average temperature in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in March
District Heights, MD

Average pressure in March - District Heights, 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
District Heights, MD

Average wind speed in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
District Heights, MD

Average humidity in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
District Heights, MD

Average rainfall in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
District Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
District Heights, MD

Average snowfall in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

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

Average snowfall days in March
District Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
District Heights, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - District Heights, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
District Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
District Heights, MD

Average UV index in March - District Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
District Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in March - District Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
District Heights, MD

Average visibility in March - District Heights, 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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