March weather forecast
Mountain Lake Park, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mountain Lake Park, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Mountain Lake Park notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Mountain Lake Park, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Mountain Lake Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.9 days and collects up to 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mountain Lake Park, in March, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 35.2" (894mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mountain Lake Park, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:40 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Mountain Lake Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Mountain Lake Park, is 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mountain Lake Park?

In Mountain Lake Park, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mountain Lake Park in March?

In Mountain Lake Park, during March, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:40 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Mountain Lake Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average temperature in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average pressure in March - Mountain Lake Park, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average wind speed in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average humidity in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average rainfall in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average snowfall in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mountain Lake Park, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average UV index in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Mountain Lake Park, MD

Average visibility in March - Mountain Lake Park, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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