March weather forecast
Highland, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Highland, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Highland notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Highland, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 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.
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 Highland, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Highland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Highland experiences an average high-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Highland, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Highland, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Highland, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) 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?

On the first day of March, 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 many hours of sunshine does Highland have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Highland, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Highland, MD

Average temperature in March - Highland, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Highland, MD

Average pressure in March - Highland, 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
Highland, MD

Average wind speed in March - Highland, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Highland, MD

Average humidity in March - Highland, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Highland, MD

Average rainfall in March - Highland, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Highland, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Highland, MD

Average snowfall in March - Highland, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Highland, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Highland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Highland, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Highland, 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 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
Highland, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Highland, MD

Average UV index in March - Highland, 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
Highland, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Highland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Highland, MD

Average visibility in March - Highland, 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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