March weather forecast
Dundalk, MD

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Weather in March

Welcoming spring, March exhibits the first substantial shift in Dundalk's weather patterns with average high temperatures climbing to 50.4°F (10.2°C). With daylight increasing to 12 hours, people start to spend more time outdoors, basking in the relative warmth. Even though temperatures are on the rise, breezy conditions linger, maintaining a brisk feeling in the air. Occasional March showers decorate the cityscape, paving the way for a bloom in flora. The weather becomes more unpredictable, showcasing a variety of meteorological phenomena.

Temperature

March's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) in February to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C). Throughout the month of March, Dundalk witnesses an average temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Dundalk, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dundalk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.4 days and collects up to 6.85" (174mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Dundalk aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 45.1°F (7.3°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In Dundalk, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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 in Dundalk is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dundalk in March?

Dundalk in March has an average high-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dundalk?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Dundalk, Maryland, during March, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Dundalk aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March?

In Dundalk, the average seawater temperature in March is 45.1°F (7.3°C). Swimming in 45.1°F (7.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Dundalk have in March?

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 6:37 am and sunset at 5:58 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, 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 Dundalk have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dundalk, MD

Average temperature in March - Dundalk, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°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
Dundalk, MD

Average pressure in March - Dundalk, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dundalk, MD

Average wind speed in March - Dundalk, 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
Dundalk, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Dundalk, MD

Average rainfall in March - Dundalk, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Dundalk, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Dundalk, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dundalk, MD

Average snowfall in March - Dundalk, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dundalk, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Dundalk, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Dundalk, MD

Average sea temperature in March - Dundalk, MD
  • Average sea temperature in March: 45.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dundalk, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dundalk, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Dundalk, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Dundalk, MD

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

Average cloud cover in March
Dundalk, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Dundalk, 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 29).

Average visibility in March
Dundalk, MD

Average visibility in March - Dundalk, 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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