Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Throughout the March nights, Riverdale Heights encounters a low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 72%.Rainfall
In Riverdale Heights, 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 Riverdale Heights, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Riverdale Heights, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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When are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Riverdale Heights?
How long on average sun shines in March?
How high is the UV index in March?
Average temperature in March
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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
Riverdale Heights, 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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