March weather forecast
Rio Vista, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Rio Vista, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157 rainfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rio Vista, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:27 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 is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Rio Vista, is 50.5°F (10.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Rio Vista, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Rio Vista, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rio Vista, during March, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rio Vista have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rio Vista, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average temperature in March - Rio Vista, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in March
Rio Vista, MD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average wind speed in March - Rio Vista, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average humidity in March - Rio Vista, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average rainfall in March - Rio Vista, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Rio Vista, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average snowfall in March - Rio Vista, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Rio Vista, 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
Rio Vista, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rio Vista, 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: 7h and 0min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Rio Vista, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average UV index in March - Rio Vista, 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
Rio Vista, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Rio Vista, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Rio Vista, MD

Average visibility in March - Rio Vista, 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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