March weather forecast
South River Heights, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in South River Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) is experienced.

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In South River Heights, in March, during 9.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South River Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.5 snowfall days, in March, South River Heights aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 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 South River Heights, Maryland, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in South River Heights are 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity in South River Heights are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In South River Heights, in March, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.5 snowfall days, in March, South River Heights aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in South River Heights?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 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 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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 temperature in March
South River Heights, MD

Average temperature in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in March
South River Heights, MD

Average pressure in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
South River Heights, MD

Average wind speed in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
South River Heights, MD

Average humidity in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
South River Heights, MD

Average rainfall in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
South River Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
South River Heights, MD

Average snowfall in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
South River Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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 River Heights, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South River Heights, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
South River Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
South River Heights, MD

Average UV index in March - South River Heights, 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
South River Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
South River Heights, MD

Average visibility in March - South River Heights, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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