March weather forecast
Potomac, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Potomac, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.3°F (11.3°C) and min 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) in March.

Humidity

In Potomac, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Potomac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.5 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Potomac, Maryland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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

In Potomac, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Potomac is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Potomac, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Potomac, in March, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Potomac, in March, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Potomac have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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, 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 Potomac have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Potomac, MD

Average temperature in March - Potomac, 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 (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Potomac, MD

Average pressure in March - Potomac, 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
Potomac, MD

Average wind speed in March - Potomac, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Potomac, MD

Average humidity in March - Potomac, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Potomac, MD

Average rainfall in March - Potomac, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Potomac, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Potomac, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Potomac, MD

Average snowfall in March - Potomac, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Potomac, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Potomac, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Potomac, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Potomac, 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
Potomac, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Potomac, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Potomac, MD

Average UV index in March - Potomac, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Potomac, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Potomac, 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
Potomac, MD

Average visibility in March - Potomac, 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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