March weather forecast
Shannon Forest, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shannon Forest, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

In Shannon Forest, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Shannon Forest are March, April and July, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shannon Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Shannon Forest aggregates 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Shannon Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Shannon Forest 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, 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

The average sunshine in March in Shannon Forest 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 medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Shannon Forest?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shannon Forest during March are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 37°F (2.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Shannon Forest?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Shannon Forest?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Shannon Forest?

In Shannon Forest, Maryland, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Shannon Forest?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Shannon Forest aggregates 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Shannon Forest?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Shannon Forest?

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 Shannon Forest, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shannon Forest, Maryland, 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 Shannon Forest have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Shannon Forest, Maryland, is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Shannon Forest?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shannon Forest, MD

Average temperature in March - Shannon Forest, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shannon Forest, MD

Average pressure in March - Shannon Forest, 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
Shannon Forest, MD

Average wind speed in March - Shannon Forest, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Shannon Forest, MD

Average humidity in March - Shannon Forest, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

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

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Average rainfall in March
Shannon Forest, MD

Average rainfall in March - Shannon Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shannon Forest, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Shannon Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shannon Forest, MD

Average snowfall in March - Shannon Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
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
Shannon Forest, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Shannon Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shannon Forest, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shannon Forest, 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 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
Shannon Forest, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Shannon Forest, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shannon Forest, MD

Average UV index in March - Shannon Forest, 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
Shannon Forest, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Shannon Forest, 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
Shannon Forest, MD

Average visibility in March - Shannon Forest, 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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