March weather forecastChesapeake Beach, MD
March
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 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
A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Chesapeake Beach falls to an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Chesapeake Beach, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. 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: You can swim in 46.9°F (8.3°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.
Daylight
In Chesapeake Beach, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
