March weather forecast
Colony Ridge, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Colony Ridge, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Colony Ridge's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colony Ridge, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Colony Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Colony Ridge aggregates 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Colony Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) 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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Colony Ridge, sunrise is at 6:51 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 Colony Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Colony Ridge, is 50.9°F (10.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Colony Ridge, Maryland, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Colony Ridge aggregates 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average temperature in March - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average pressure in March - Colony Ridge, 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
Colony Ridge, MD

Average wind speed in March - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average humidity in March - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average rainfall in March - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average snowfall in March - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Colony Ridge, 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
Colony Ridge, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Colony Ridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Colony Ridge, MD

Average UV index in March - Colony Ridge, 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
Colony Ridge, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Colony Ridge, 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
Colony Ridge, MD

Average visibility in March - Colony Ridge, 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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