March weather forecast
Elkton, MD

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Weather in March

March introduces Elkton, Maryland, to the beginning of warmer days and receding snowfall. As the city rolls into spring, the volume of snowfall decreases from 1.57" (40mm) to 2.05" (52mm), and the temperature range extends from the previous cold to a slightly comfortable high of around 50.2°F (10.1°C). March also experiences increased daylight hours, creating an early setting for outdoor activities. Winds drop slightly, the rain, and the sun begins to thaw the winter cold out of the fields.

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in March, edging from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in February to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Elkton witnesses an average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Elkton, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elkton in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall in Elkton are January and March, with an average 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Elkton, Maryland, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Elkton?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Elkton, 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 Elkton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Elkton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elkton, MD

Average temperature in March - Elkton, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Elkton, MD

Average pressure in March - Elkton, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elkton, MD

Average wind speed in March - Elkton, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Elkton, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Elkton, MD

Average rainfall in March - Elkton, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Elkton, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Elkton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elkton, MD

Average snowfall in March - Elkton, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elkton, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Elkton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Elkton, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elkton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elkton, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Elkton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Elkton, MD

Average UV index in March - Elkton, 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
Elkton, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Elkton, 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
Elkton, MD

Average visibility in March - Elkton, 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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