March weather forecast
Fruitland, MD

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Weather in March

The arrival of March signals the spring's beginning in Fruitland. There is a noticeable difference in climate, comparing February's cold with the warmer spells during this month. Plunging towards rains combined with an increase in temperatures, the snowfall reduces to a mere 0.71" (18mm) this month. However, the March weather can still fluctuate with little predictability. Venturing out becomes pleasant as longer daylight hours ensure more outdoor activities.

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Fruitland witnesses an average temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Fruitland are January through April, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Fruitland, in March, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fruitland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Fruitland. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Fruitland aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Fruitland, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.2 days and aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fruitland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Fruitland, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In Fruitland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Fruitland, is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January through April, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Fruitland, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fruitland, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Fruitland. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Fruitland aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fruitland have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Fruitland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Fruitland, MD

Average pressure in March - Fruitland, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fruitland, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Fruitland, MD

Average humidity in March - Fruitland, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Fruitland, MD

Average rainfall in March - Fruitland, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Fruitland, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Fruitland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fruitland, MD

Average snowfall in March - Fruitland, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fruitland, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Fruitland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 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
Fruitland, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fruitland, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fruitland, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Fruitland, MD

Average UV index in March - Fruitland, 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
Fruitland, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Fruitland, 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 28).

Average visibility in March
Fruitland, MD

Average visibility in March - Fruitland, 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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