March weather forecast
North East, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in North East, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 50°F (10°C) and min 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in February to a cool 50°F (10°C). North East records an average temperature drop to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In North East, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, North East aggregates 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In North East, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.1 days and aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In North East, in March, the average water temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).
Note: In 42.3°F (5.7°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

In North East, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 North East, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In North East, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and a low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In North East, in March, it is raining for 12.3 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 2.8 snowfall days, in March, North East aggregates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March?

In North East, in March, the average water temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 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 North East, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - North East, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
North East, MD

Average pressure in March - North East, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
North East, MD

Average wind speed in March - North East, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
North East, MD

Average humidity in March - North East, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
North East, MD

Average rainfall in March - North East, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
North East, MD

Average rainfall days in March - North East, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
North East, MD

Average snowfall in March - North East, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North East, MD

Average snowfall days in March - North East, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
North East, MD

Average sea temperature in March - North East, MD
  • Average sea temperature in March: 42.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North East, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North East, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
North East, MD

Average sunshine days in March - North East, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
North East, MD

Average UV index in March - North East, 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
North East, MD

Average cloud cover in March - North East, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
North East, MD

Average visibility in March - North East, 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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