March weather forecastTaneytown, MD
March
Weather in March
The arrival of March signifies the start of a noticeable shift in the weather patterns in Taneytown. This month sees a transformation from the winter chill as temperatures escalate to an average high of 49.3°F (9.6°C). However, the occasional snowfall still occurs with an average of 3.03" (77mm) being measured. Although still increasing, daylight hours reach up to 12 and the sun is more frequently visible, noting lesser cloud cover. Wind conditions stay mostly consistent, with a minor increase in average speed.Temperature
The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) in February to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the night.Humidity
In Taneytown, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Taneytown, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Taneytown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 March, the average sunshine in Taneytown is 6.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Taneytown, MD
- Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Taneytown, 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
Taneytown, MD
- Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Taneytown, MD
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Taneytown, MD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").
Average rainfall days in March
Taneytown, MD
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Taneytown, MD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Taneytown, MD
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Taneytown, 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
Taneytown, MD
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Taneytown, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Taneytown, MD
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Taneytown, MD
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
