March weather forecast
Shirley Heights, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Shirley Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

The embrace of March brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Shirley Heights, Maryland, averages to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In Shirley Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Shirley Heights, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shirley Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.6 days and collects up to 29.8" (757mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Shirley Heights. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, Shirley Heights aggregates 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shirley Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Shirley Heights, Maryland, 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 Shirley Heights, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Shirley Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shirley Heights in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shirley Heights are 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Shirley Heights?

The average relative humidity in March in Shirley Heights is 73%.

How much does it rain in Shirley Heights in March?

In March, in Shirley Heights, Maryland, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Shirley Heights?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, Shirley Heights aggregates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shirley Heights have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Shirley Heights?

On the first day of March in Shirley Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:38 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.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Shirley Heights?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shirley Heights, Maryland, 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 Shirley Heights?

The average sunshine duration in March in Shirley Heights is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shirley Heights?

In Shirley Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shirley Heights, MD

Average temperature in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shirley Heights, MD

Average pressure in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Shirley Heights, MD

Average wind speed in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Shirley Heights, MD

Average humidity in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

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

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Average rainfall in March
Shirley Heights, MD

Average rainfall in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shirley Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shirley Heights, MD

Average snowfall in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
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
Shirley Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Shirley Heights, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shirley Heights, 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: 7h and 0min

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
Shirley Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Shirley Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shirley Heights, MD

Average UV index in March - Shirley Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shirley Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Shirley Heights, 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
Shirley Heights, MD

Average visibility in March - Shirley Heights, 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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