March weather forecast
South Kensington, MD

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). South Kensington experiences an average nighttime temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In South Kensington, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In South Kensington, 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 South Kensington, during March, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) 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 6:39 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in South Kensington, records 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In South Kensington, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In South Kensington, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in South Kensington?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Kensington have in March?

In South Kensington, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

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 6:53 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

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 moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
South Kensington, MD

Average temperature in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average pressure in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average wind speed in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average humidity in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average rainfall in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average rainfall days in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average snowfall in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average snowfall days in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average sunshine days in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average UV index in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average cloud cover in March - South Kensington, 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
South Kensington, MD

Average visibility in March - South Kensington, 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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