March weather forecast
Rock Point, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rock Point, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in February to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C) in March.

Humidity

In Rock Point, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Rock Point, in March, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rock Point, during March, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Rock Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 12 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) 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 6:01 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

In Rock Point, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Rock Point, in March, the average high-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Rock Point, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rock Point, in March, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rock Point in March?

In Rock Point, Maryland, in March, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March 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 6:01 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Rock Point, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rock Point, MD

Average temperature in March - Rock Point, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°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 (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Rock Point, MD

Average pressure in March - Rock Point, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rock Point, MD

Average wind speed in March - Rock Point, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Rock Point, MD

Average humidity in March - Rock Point, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Rock Point, MD

Average rainfall in March - Rock Point, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Rock Point, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Rock Point, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rock Point, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rock Point, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Rock Point, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rock Point, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rock Point, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Rock Point, MD

Average UV index in March - Rock Point, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rock Point, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Rock Point, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Rock Point, MD

Average visibility in March - Rock Point, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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