March weather forecast
Mount Airy, MD

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Weather in March

March in Mount Airy, Maryland, brings a gradual transition from chilly winter to relatively warmer springtime. The city experiences a peak average rainfall of 2.44" (62mm) across approximately 13.9 days. The town, emerging from the winter freeze, begins to bloom, exemplifying the classic mid-Atlantic spring onset. Outdoor activities gain traction with every passing day, luring inhabitants and tourists to soak in the sun and the beauty of the blossoming flowers. The month closes, leaving a promise of warmer days ahead.

Temperature

The onset of March in Mount Airy, Maryland, brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a cool 50°F (10°C). Throughout the March nights, Mount Airy encounters a low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mount Airy, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Mount Airy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Airy, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Mount Airy, Maryland, is 6.6h.

UV index

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Mount Airy, 50°F (10°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.6°F (0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Mount Airy, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Mount Airy, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Mount Airy have in March?

In Mount Airy, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Mount Airy, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
41.5°F 5.3°C
50°F 10°C
62.2°F 16.8°C
Average low temperature
27°F -2.8°C
33.6°F 0.9°C
43.5°F 6.4°C
Average pressure
30.07" 764mmHg
30.08" 764mmHg
29.99" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
8.3mph 13.4km/h
8.4mph 13.5km/h
8.2mph 13.2km/h
Average max. wind speed
9mph 14.5km/h
9.1mph 14.6km/h
9mph 14.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.7mph 22km/h
13.1mph 21.1km/h
12.9mph 20.8km/h
Average humidity
78%
76%
75%
Average rainfall
2.13" 54mm
2.44" 62mm
2.87" 73mm
Average rainfall days
9.5
13.9
15.7
Average snowfall
2.8" 71mm
4.53" 115mm
0.35" 9mm
Average snowfall days
6.6
5.3
0.3
Average daylight
10h 4min
12h 0min
13h 2min
Average sunshine
4h 5min
6h 4min
8h 4min
Average sunshine days
13.6
13.1
12.4
Average UV index
2
3
4
Average cloud cover
47%
48%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average temperature in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average pressure in March - Mount Airy, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average wind speed in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average humidity in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

Average rainfall in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average rainfall in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average snowfall in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Airy, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average UV index in March - Mount Airy, 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
Mount Airy, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Mount Airy, MD

Average visibility in March - Mount Airy, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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