March weather forecast
California, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in California, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.4°F (10.8°C) and min 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). California encounters a steady low-temperature average of 39.7°F (4.3°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In California, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in California. In California, in March, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.6 snowfall days, and 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In California, Maryland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 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 California, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In California, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 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 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months in California?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In California, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In California, during March, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In California, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
California, MD

Average temperature in March - California, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in March
California, MD

Average pressure in March - California, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
California, MD

Average wind speed in March - California, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
California, MD

Average humidity in March - California, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
California, MD

Average rainfall in March - California, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
California, MD

Average rainfall days in March - California, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
California, MD

Average snowfall in March - California, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
California, MD

Average snowfall days in March - California, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
California, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - California, MD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
California, MD

Average sunshine days in March - California, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
California, MD

Average UV index in March - California, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
California, MD

Average cloud cover in March - California, 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).

Average visibility in March
California, MD

Average visibility in March - California, 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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