March weather forecast
Rocky Forge, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rocky Forge, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.7°F (9.3°C) and min 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Rocky Forge sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Forge, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rocky Forge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33 snowfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) 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 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 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 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rocky Forge in March?

During March, Rocky Forge experiences an average high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rocky Forge, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Forge have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 pm EDT.

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

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 Rocky Forge, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average temperature in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average pressure in March - Rocky Forge, 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
Rocky Forge, MD

Average wind speed in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average humidity in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average rainfall in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average snowfall in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rocky Forge, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average UV index in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Rocky Forge, MD

Average visibility in March - Rocky Forge, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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