March weather forecastHagerstown, MD
March
Weather in March
March signals a shift with a noticeable rise in temperature levels in Hagerstown. The frosty winter gradually gives way to spring, with snowfall steadily decreasing. Daylight hours continue to lengthen as the sun moves closer to the equator. The frequency of rainfall days increases from 10.4 days in February to 13.8 days in March. Though the weather remains chilly, March indicates the start of a gradual transition to a warmer climate.Temperature
March's arrival in Hagerstown sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from February's cold 40.3°F (4.6°C) to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). In Hagerstown, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Hagerstown, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hagerstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hagerstown, in March, during 5.1 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hagerstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:34 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 is 6.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Hagerstown, 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
Hagerstown, MD
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").
Average rainfall days in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.62"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hagerstown, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Hagerstown, MD
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September and October (5mi).
