March weather forecast
Somerset, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Somerset, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Somerset is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Somerset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Somerset, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Somerset, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
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 March, sunrise is at 6:53 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

In March, the average sunshine 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 moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Somerset, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Somerset?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Somerset?

In Somerset, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Somerset, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day 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, in Somerset, sunrise is at 6:53 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 long on average sun shines in March in Somerset?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Somerset, MD

Average temperature in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°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 (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Somerset, MD

Average pressure in March - Somerset, 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
Somerset, MD

Average wind speed in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Somerset, MD

Average humidity in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Somerset, MD

Average rainfall in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Somerset, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Somerset, MD

Average snowfall in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Somerset, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Somerset, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Somerset, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Somerset, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Somerset, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Somerset, MD

Average UV index in March - Somerset, 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
Somerset, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Somerset, 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 31).

Average visibility in March
Somerset, MD

Average visibility in March - Somerset, 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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