March weather forecast
Shady Side, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shady Side, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from February's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout the nights in March, Shady Side experiences an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In Shady Side, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Shady Side, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shady Side, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Shady Side aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Shady Side, during the entire year, snow falls for 8 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Shady Side, the average seawater temperature in March is 46.9°F (8.3°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 46.9°F (8.3°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side, sunrise is at 6:50 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 Shady Side, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Shady Side is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Shady Side?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Shady Side, is 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shady Side?

In March, the average relative humidity in Shady Side, Maryland, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Shady Side?

In Shady Side, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Shady Side?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Shady Side, Maryland. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Shady Side aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Shady Side?

In Shady Side, Maryland, in March, the average water temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). Swimming in 46.9°F (8.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in March in Shady Side?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Shady Side?

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, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Shady Side have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Shady Side?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shady Side, MD

Average temperature in March - Shady Side, 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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shady Side, MD

Average pressure in March - Shady Side, 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
Shady Side, MD

Average wind speed in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Shady Side, MD

Average humidity in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shady Side, MD

Average rainfall in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shady Side, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shady Side, MD

Average snowfall in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
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
Shady Side, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Shady Side, MD

Average sea temperature in March - Shady Side, 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
Shady Side, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shady Side, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shady Side, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shady Side, MD

Average UV index in March - Shady Side, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shady Side, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Shady Side, 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
Shady Side, MD

Average visibility in March - Shady Side, 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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