March weather forecast
Dunkirk, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dunkirk, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout the March nights, Dunkirk encounters a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Dunkirk is 73%.

Rainfall

In Dunkirk, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Dunkirk aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Dunkirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dunkirk, 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

The average sunshine in March in Dunkirk, Maryland, is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dunkirk is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Dunkirk?

March temperatures in Dunkirk, Maryland, vary between a high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dunkirk?

In March, the average relative humidity in Dunkirk is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Dunkirk?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Dunkirk, Maryland. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Dunkirk aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Dunkirk?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dunkirk?

On the first day of March in Dunkirk, 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 in Dunkirk?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dunkirk, 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 Dunkirk have in March?

In Dunkirk, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average temperature in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average pressure in March - Dunkirk, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average wind speed in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average humidity in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average rainfall in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average snowfall in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dunkirk, MD

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Dunkirk, MD

Average visibility in March - Dunkirk, 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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