March weather forecast
Wheaton Forest, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Wheaton Forest, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.1°F (2.3°C) and max 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

March sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). During March nights, Wheaton Forest witnesses a consistent average temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Wheaton Forest, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Wheaton Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Wheaton Forest, Maryland, 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 6:52 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

The average sunshine in March 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 moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wheaton Forest in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Wheaton Forest, is 52°F (11.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Wheaton Forest?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Wheaton Forest, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wheaton Forest have in March?

In March, the average day length 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 6:52 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average temperature in March - Wheaton Forest, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average pressure in March - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average wind speed in March - Wheaton Forest, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average humidity in March - Wheaton Forest, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average rainfall in March - Wheaton Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Wheaton Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average snowfall in March - Wheaton Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Wheaton Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Wheaton Forest, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average UV index in March - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Wheaton Forest, 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
Wheaton Forest, MD

Average visibility in March - Wheaton Forest, 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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