March weather forecast
South Laurel, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Laurel, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.8°F (11°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). South Laurel reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in South Laurel is 72%.

Rainfall

In South Laurel, Maryland, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.7 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In South Laurel, Maryland, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In South Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 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 South Laurel is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in South Laurel is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in South Laurel?

South Laurel in March has an average high-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Laurel?

In South Laurel, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in South Laurel in March?

In South Laurel, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in South Laurel?

In South Laurel, Maryland, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Laurel have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in South Laurel?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in South Laurel, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in South Laurel?

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in South Laurel is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in South Laurel?

In South Laurel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
South Laurel, MD

Average temperature in March - South Laurel, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Laurel, MD

Average pressure in March - South Laurel, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
South Laurel, MD

Average wind speed in March - South Laurel, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Laurel, MD

Average humidity in March - South Laurel, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
South Laurel, MD

Average rainfall in March - South Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Laurel, MD

Average rainfall days in March - South Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Laurel, MD

Average snowfall in March - South Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Laurel, MD

Average snowfall days in March - South Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
South Laurel, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Laurel, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Laurel, MD

Average sunshine days in March - South Laurel, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Laurel, MD

Average UV index in March - South Laurel, 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
South Laurel, MD

Average cloud cover in March - South Laurel, 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 29).

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Average visibility in March
South Laurel, MD

Average visibility in March - South Laurel, 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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