March weather forecast
West Friendship, MD

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Weather in March

March witnesses a significant jump in temperatures, indicating the onset of the spring season in West Friendship. This month records a notable increase in temperature, from 35.8°F (2.1°C) to 51.1°F (10.6°C), a tangible difference from the chill of February. The transition from winter to spring proffers more rainfall and fewer snowy days, leading to the blooming of flora. Though residual snow may still be present at the beginning of the month, it rapidly melts away as temperatures increase. As the days continue to get warmer, outdoor activities become increasingly attractive.

Temperature

In West Friendship, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) in February to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). West Friendship anticipates an average minimum temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In West Friendship, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in West Friendship. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) 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 6:39 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in West Friendship in March?

In West Friendship, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in West Friendship is March, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.3 snowfall days, in March, West Friendship aggregates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Friendship have in March?

In West Friendship, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / 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 6:52 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 many hours of sunshine does West Friendship have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in West Friendship?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Friendship, MD

Average temperature in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
West Friendship, MD

Average pressure in March - West Friendship, 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
West Friendship, MD

Average wind speed in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
West Friendship, MD

Average humidity in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
West Friendship, MD

Average rainfall in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
West Friendship, MD

Average rainfall days in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Friendship, MD

Average snowfall in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Friendship, MD

Average snowfall days in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
West Friendship, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Friendship, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Friendship, MD

Average sunshine days in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
West Friendship, MD

Average UV index in March - West Friendship, 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
West Friendship, MD

Average cloud cover in March - West Friendship, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
West Friendship, MD

Average visibility in March - West Friendship, 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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