March weather forecast
Highlands of Olney, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Highlands of Olney, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.1°F (2.3°C) and max 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

Highlands of Olney in March experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Highlands of Olney, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highlands of Olney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall in Highlands of Olney, Maryland, are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

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 6:52 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Highlands of Olney in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Highlands of Olney are 52°F (11.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Highlands of Olney?

In Highlands of Olney, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Highlands of Olney?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Highlands of Olney, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length 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 6:01 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 in Highlands of Olney, Maryland, 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average temperature in March - Highlands of Olney, 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: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average pressure in March - Highlands of Olney, 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
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average wind speed in March - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average humidity in March - Highlands of Olney, 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
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average rainfall in March - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

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

Average snowfall in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average snowfall in March - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Highlands of Olney, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average UV index in March - Highlands of Olney, 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
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Highlands of Olney, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Highlands of Olney, MD

Average visibility in March - Highlands of Olney, 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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