March weather forecast
Cheltenham, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Cheltenham, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

Cheltenham observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during March, adjusting from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In March, in Cheltenham, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cheltenham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.8 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cheltenham, in March, during 2.9 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cheltenham, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Cheltenham, 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

In Cheltenham, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Cheltenham?

The high-temperature, in March, in Cheltenham, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Cheltenham?

The months with the lowest humidity in Cheltenham, Maryland, are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March in Cheltenham?

In Cheltenham, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cheltenham?

In March, in Cheltenham, Maryland, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Cheltenham?

In March, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cheltenham have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cheltenham?

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, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Cheltenham is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cheltenham?

In Cheltenham, Maryland, 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
Cheltenham, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°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 (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cheltenham, MD

Average pressure in March - Cheltenham, 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
Cheltenham, MD

Average wind speed in March - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cheltenham, MD

Average humidity in March - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cheltenham, MD

Average rainfall in March - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cheltenham, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cheltenham, MD

Average snowfall in March - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

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

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Average snowfall days in March
Cheltenham, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 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
Cheltenham, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cheltenham, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
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Average sunshine days in March - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cheltenham, MD

Average UV index in March - Cheltenham, 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
Cheltenham, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Cheltenham, 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 29).

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Average visibility in March
Cheltenham, MD

Average visibility in March - Cheltenham, 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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