March weather forecast
Maryland, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Maryland, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C). During March, Maryland witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Maryland are January through May, October through December. In March, in Maryland, New York, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.9 snowfall days, and 48.23" (1225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Maryland, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:24 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 is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Maryland. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Maryland during March?

The high-temperature in Maryland, New York, during March is 38.1°F (3.4°C) and the low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Maryland?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in Maryland in March?

In Maryland, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Maryland in March?

In March, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Maryland have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Maryland?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:24 pm EDT.

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

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 Maryland have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Maryland is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Maryland?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Maryland.

What is the UV index reading in March in Maryland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Maryland, NY

Average temperature in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Maryland, NY

Average pressure in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Maryland, NY

Average wind speed in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Maryland, NY

Average humidity in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

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Average rainfall in March
Maryland, NY

Average rainfall in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Maryland, NY

Average rainfall days in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Maryland, NY

Average snowfall in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Maryland, NY

Average snowfall days in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 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
Maryland, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Maryland, NY

Average sunshine days in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Maryland, NY

Average UV index in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Maryland, NY

Average cloud cover in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in March
Maryland, NY

Average visibility in March - Maryland, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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