March weather forecast
Takoma Park, MD

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Weather in March

The advent of March brings with it the early signs of spring in Takoma Park. With temperatures ranging from 52.3°F (11.3°C) to 37°F (2.8°C), the winter’s cold grip begins to loosen. Residents can anticipate longer daylight hours and decreased cloud coverage. The number of rainfall days is higher in March, paired with a decrease in snowfall. As Takoma Park transitions into spring, the weather becomes more comfortable and enjoyable.

Temperature

Takoma Park's March weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Takoma Park experiences an average nighttime temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In Takoma Park, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Takoma Park, Maryland, are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. In Takoma Park, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) 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 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Takoma Park, Maryland, 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 Takoma Park, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Takoma Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Takoma Park?

The high-temperature, in March, in Takoma Park, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Takoma Park?

In March, the average relative humidity in Takoma Park, Maryland, is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March in Takoma Park?

In Takoma Park, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Takoma Park in March?

In March, in Takoma Park, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Takoma Park have in March?

The average day length in March in Takoma Park is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Takoma Park?

In March, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Takoma Park?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Takoma Park, Maryland, 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 Takoma Park?

In Takoma Park, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Takoma Park?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Takoma Park, Maryland, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average temperature in March - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average pressure in March - Takoma Park, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average wind speed in March - Takoma Park, 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 (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average humidity in March - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average rainfall in March - Takoma Park, 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 January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average snowfall in March - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Takoma Park, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Takoma Park, 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 4min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average UV index in March - Takoma Park, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Takoma Park, 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 32).

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Average visibility in March
Takoma Park, MD

Average visibility in March - Takoma Park, 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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