March weather forecast
Quantico, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Quantico, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.3°F (10.7°C) and min 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

As Quantico welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in February to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). During March nights, Quantico records an average temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

January through April, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Quantico, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Quantico, in March, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Quantico, during the entire year, snow falls for 10 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Quantico is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature during March is 51.3°F (10.7°C) and the low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January through April, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Quantico, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout March, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Quantico have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:25 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Quantico?

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 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Quantico, MD

Average pressure in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Quantico, MD

Average wind speed in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Quantico, MD

Average humidity in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Quantico, MD

Average rainfall in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Quantico, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Quantico, MD

Average snowfall in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Quantico, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Quantico, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Quantico, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Quantico, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Quantico, MD

Average UV index in March - Quantico, 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
Quantico, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Quantico, 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 28).

Average visibility in March
Quantico, MD

Average visibility in March - Quantico, 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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