March weather forecast
Taneytown, MD

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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

Taneytown, Maryland, experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) in February to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). During the month of March, Taneytown experiences a steady low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Taneytown, Maryland, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Taneytown, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Taneytown. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) 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 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Taneytown, 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

The average sunshine in March in Taneytown is 6.5h.

UV index

In Taneytown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Taneytown in March?

In March, in Taneytown, the average high-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Taneytown?

In Taneytown, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Taneytown?

In March, in Taneytown, Maryland, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Taneytown?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Taneytown?

In Taneytown, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Taneytown have in March?

In March, the average day length in Taneytown is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Taneytown?

In March, 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 the month, in Taneytown, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Taneytown, Maryland, is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Taneytown?

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

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).

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Average pressure in March
Taneytown, MD

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Taneytown, MD

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).

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Average humidity in March
Taneytown, MD

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Taneytown, MD

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Taneytown, MD

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Taneytown, MD

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Taneytown, MD

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Taneytown, MD

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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Taneytown, MD

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).

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Average UV index in March
Taneytown, MD

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Taneytown, MD

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).

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Average visibility in March
Taneytown, MD

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).

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