March weather forecast
Altoona Beach, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Altoona Beach, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) is observed.

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Altoona Beach, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Altoona Beach, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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 6:50 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 is 6.9h.

UV index

In Altoona Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Altoona Beach?

In Altoona Beach, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Altoona Beach, in March, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Altoona Beach have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

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, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

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

In Altoona Beach, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Altoona Beach is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average temperature in March - Altoona Beach, 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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average pressure in March - Altoona Beach, 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).

Average wind speed in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average wind speed in March - Altoona Beach, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average humidity in March - Altoona Beach, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average rainfall in March - Altoona Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Altoona Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average snowfall in March - Altoona Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Altoona Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Altoona Beach, 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).

Average sunshine days in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Altoona Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average UV index in March - Altoona Beach, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Altoona Beach, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Altoona Beach, MD

Average visibility in March - Altoona Beach, 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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