March weather forecast
Lanham, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lanham, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.4°F (3°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Lanham's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). During the nights in March, Lanham experiences a consistent average temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Lanham, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. In Lanham, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Lanham, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
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.
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 Lanham, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Lanham, in March, the average high-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Lanham, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Lanham, Maryland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lanham?

In March, 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 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 many hours of sunshine does Lanham have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lanham is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lanham, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Lanham, MD

Average pressure in March - Lanham, 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
Lanham, MD

Average wind speed in March - Lanham, 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 (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Lanham, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Lanham, MD

Average rainfall in March - Lanham, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Lanham, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Lanham, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lanham, MD

Average snowfall in March - Lanham, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lanham, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Lanham, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Lanham, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lanham, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lanham, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Lanham, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Lanham, MD

Average UV index in March - Lanham, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Lanham, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Lanham, 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 29).

Average visibility in March
Lanham, MD

Average visibility in March - Lanham, 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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