March weather forecast
Palmer Park, MD

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Palmer Park's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 37.4°F (3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Palmer Park, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Palmer Park, 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

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. In Palmer Park, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Palmer Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In Palmer Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Palmer Park, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Palmer Park, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Palmer Park, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Palmer Park have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

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.

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 Palmer Park have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Palmer Park, MD

Average temperature in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average pressure in March - Palmer 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Palmer Park, MD

Average wind speed in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average humidity in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average rainfall in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average snowfall in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palmer 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 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average UV index in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average visibility in March - Palmer Park, 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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