March weather forecast
Southwood, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Southwood, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Southwood observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). The mean low-temperature during March nights is a wintry 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Southwood are January, March, April, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Southwood, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Southwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Southwood is March, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Southwood, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Southwood, during March, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Southwood have in March?

In Southwood, 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 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Southwood have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Southwood, MD

Average temperature in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Southwood, MD

Average pressure in March - Southwood, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Southwood, MD

Average wind speed in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Southwood, MD

Average humidity in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Southwood, MD

Average rainfall in March - Southwood, 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 February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Southwood, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Southwood, MD

Average snowfall in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Southwood, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Southwood, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Southwood, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Southwood, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Southwood, MD

Average UV index in March - Southwood, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Southwood, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Southwood, MD

Average visibility in March - Southwood, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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