March weather forecast
Gaithersburg, MD

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Weather in March

The salient feature of Gaithersburg's March weather is the significant jump in temperatures from a low of 35.6°F (2°C) to a high of 51.4°F (10.8°C). The onset of spring is evident, and warmer days are more frequent. The city receives increased daylight, igniting the mood for outdoor activities. Snowfall gradually decreases throughout the month while Spring showers become more common. Remnants of winter wear off as March progresses, paving the way for a more pleasant climate.

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Gaithersburg notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Throughout March, Gaithersburg encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gaithersburg, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gaithersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.7 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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 Gaithersburg, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Gaithersburg, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gaithersburg have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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 Gaithersburg have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average temperature in March - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average pressure in March - Gaithersburg, 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
Gaithersburg, MD

Average wind speed in March - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average humidity in March - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average rainfall in March - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average snowfall in March - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gaithersburg, 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, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Gaithersburg, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average UV index in March - Gaithersburg, 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
Gaithersburg, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Gaithersburg, 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 30).

Average visibility in March
Gaithersburg, MD

Average visibility in March - Gaithersburg, 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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