March weather forecast
Shepherd Park, DC

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Weather in March

As March heralds the onset of spring in Shepherd Park, temperatures steadily increase, averaging between 37°F (2.8°C) to 52.3°F (11.3°C). The transition to this season is marked by increasing rainfall and decreasing snowfall, which provides a moist wind. It brings a palpable change, replacing the biting chill of winter with milder, more agreeable weather. This month also witnesses a notable rise in day length, providing increased hours of sunshine. Despite the monthly average wind speed of 8.1mph (13km/h), the spring breeze rarely feels overly intrusive.

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). March sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Shepherd Park, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shepherd Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Shepherd Park. In Shepherd Park, during March, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shepherd Park, there are 15 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shepherd Park, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
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.
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 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

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

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

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

How many days does it snow in March?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Shepherd Park, the average day length in March 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 Shepherd Park, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Shepherd Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average temperature in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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).

Average pressure in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average pressure in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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
Shepherd Park, DC

Average wind speed in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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).

Average humidity in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average humidity in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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%).

Average rainfall in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average rainfall in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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").

Average rainfall days in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average rainfall days in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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).

Average snowfall in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average snowfall in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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").

Average snowfall days in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average snowfall days in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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).

Average sunshine days in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average sunshine days in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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).

Average UV index in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average UV index in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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
Shepherd Park, DC

Average cloud cover in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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).

Average visibility in March
Shepherd Park, DC

Average visibility in March - Shepherd Park, DC
  • 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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