March weather forecast
Silver Spring, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Silver Spring, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average low of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In Silver Spring, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Silver Spring, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Silver Spring, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) 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 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 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 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Silver Spring in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Silver Spring, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Silver Spring, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Silver Spring, in March, during 3.1 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Silver Spring have in March?

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 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Silver Spring have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average temperature in March - Silver Spring, 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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average pressure in March - Silver Spring, 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
Silver Spring, MD

Average wind speed in March - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average humidity in March - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average rainfall in March - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average snowfall in March - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Silver Spring, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Silver Spring, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average UV index in March - Silver Spring, 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
Silver Spring, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Silver Spring, MD

Average visibility in March - Silver Spring, 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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