March weather forecast
Riverdale Park, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Riverdale Park, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.3°F (11.3°C) and min 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

Riverdale Park's transition into March is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Riverdale Park, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Riverdale Park, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall in Riverdale Park. In Riverdale Park, Maryland, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents 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:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Riverdale Park, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Riverdale Park, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, 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 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 Riverdale Park have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Riverdale Park is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Riverdale Park, MD

Average temperature in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average pressure in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average wind speed in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average humidity in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average rainfall in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average snowfall in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

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

Average sunshine days in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average UV index in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Riverdale 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
Riverdale Park, MD

Average visibility in March - Riverdale 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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