March weather forecast
Chesapeake Beach, MD

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Weather in March

Weather in Chesapeake Beach undergoes notable changes in March. Spring begins to reveal itself with warmth creeping in and average high temperatures soaring up to 50.9°F (10.5°C). Sunset in Chesapeake Beach comes later in the day, owing to a two-hour daylight increase from the previous month. March sees more rainfall compared to February with an average of 1.06" (27mm), which could indicate the beginning of the spring rain showers. However, with the dawn of spring, snowfall becomes remarkably less likely.

Temperature

Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, in March experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from February's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). In Chesapeake Beach, March nights cool down to an average of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Chesapeake Beach is 73%.

Rainfall

In Chesapeake Beach, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chesapeake Beach are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Chesapeake Beach aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Chesapeake Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Chesapeake Beach, in March, the average water temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 46.9°F (8.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Chesapeake Beach, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Chesapeake Beach, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In Chesapeake Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard 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:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chesapeake Beach in March?

Chesapeake Beach in March has an average high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chesapeake Beach?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Chesapeake Beach in March?

In Chesapeake Beach, in March, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Chesapeake Beach?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Chesapeake Beach aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Chesapeake Beach?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, is 46.9°F (8.3°C). Swimming in 46.9°F (8.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Chesapeake Beach have in March?

In Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Chesapeake Beach?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Chesapeake Beach is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Chesapeake Beach?

In Chesapeake Beach, 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average temperature in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average pressure in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average wind speed in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average humidity in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average rainfall in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average snowfall in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average sea temperature in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average sea temperature in March: 46.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.9°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chesapeake Beach, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average UV index in March - Chesapeake Beach, 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
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Chesapeake Beach, 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 27).

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Average visibility in March
Chesapeake Beach, MD

Average visibility in March - Chesapeake Beach, 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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