March weather forecast
Laurel, MD

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The scenic and clear waters of Lake Redington near Laurel in Maryland, surrounded by a dense tree cover
The scenic and clear waters of Lake Redington near Laurel in Maryland, surrounded by a dense tree cover

Weather in March

With March, the transition towards spring becomes more noticeable in Laurel, Maryland marking a substantial decrease in cold weather concerns. One of the striking changes this month is the abundant rain, clocking in at 2.17" (55mm), and a complete halt in snowfall as per the climate data. March ushers in an awakening, transforming the city with blooming flowers and warmer winds. Days start to stretch out with increasing light, making for longer and more enjoyable outings.

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Laurel experiences an average low-temperature reading of 36.7°F (2.6°C) throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Laurel, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Laurel aggregates 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Laurel, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

In Laurel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Laurel?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Laurel, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Laurel aggregates 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Laurel have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Laurel, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°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 (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Laurel, MD

Average pressure in March - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MD

Average wind speed in March - Laurel, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Laurel, MD

Average humidity in March - Laurel, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Laurel, MD

Average rainfall in March - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Laurel, MD

Average snowfall in March - Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Laurel, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Laurel, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Laurel, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Laurel, MD

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

Average cloud cover in March
Laurel, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MD

Average visibility in March - Laurel, 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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