March weather forecast
The Downs, MD

Share

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in The Downs, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.8°F (3.2°C) and max 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). The Downs, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In The Downs, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In The Downs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in The Downs are January through April, November and December. In The Downs, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In The Downs, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in The Downs, records 50.7°F (10.4°C), while the low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In The Downs, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In The Downs, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

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 many hours of sunshine does The Downs have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In The Downs, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
The Downs, MD

Average temperature in March - The Downs, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in March
The Downs, MD

Average pressure in March - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average wind speed in March - The Downs, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
The Downs, MD

Average humidity in March - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average rainfall in March - The Downs, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
The Downs, MD

Average rainfall days in March - The Downs, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
The Downs, MD

Average snowfall in March - The Downs, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
The Downs, MD

Average snowfall days in March - The Downs, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - The Downs, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
The Downs, MD

Average sunshine days in March - The Downs, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
The Downs, MD

Average UV index in March - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average cloud cover in March - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average visibility in March - The Downs, 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).

The Downs, Maryland, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location