March weather forecast
Rock Creek Park, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rock Creek Park, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

As Rock Creek Park welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). In Rock Creek Park, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Rock Creek Park, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rock Creek Park, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 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 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rock Creek Park is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rock Creek Park, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rock Creek Park have in March?

In Rock Creek Park, 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 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Rock Creek Park, 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 Rock Creek Park, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

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 medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average temperature in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average pressure in March - Rock Creek 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
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average wind speed in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average humidity in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average rainfall in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average snowfall in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rock Creek 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average UV index in March - Rock Creek 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Rock Creek Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Rock Creek Park, MD

Average visibility in March - Rock Creek 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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