March weather forecast
Margate, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Margate, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Margate notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's frosty 43°F (6.1°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

March, April and July, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Margate. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Margate aggregates 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Margate, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Margate, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 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 in Margate is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Margate in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Margate during March are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 37°F (2.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

March, April and July, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Margate aggregates 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Margate have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 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?

In Margate, 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Margate, MD

Average temperature in March - Margate, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Margate, MD

Average pressure in March - Margate, 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
Margate, MD

Average wind speed in March - Margate, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Margate, MD

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Margate, MD

Average rainfall in March - Margate, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Margate, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Margate, MD

Average snowfall in March - Margate, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Margate, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Margate, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Margate, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Margate, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Margate, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Margate, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Margate, MD

Average UV index in March - Margate, 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
Margate, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Margate, 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
Margate, MD

Average visibility in March - Margate, 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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