March weather forecast
Sandy Spring, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sandy Spring, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52°F (11.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). An average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is recorded in the month of March.

Humidity

In Sandy Spring, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Spring, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Sandy Spring, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Sandy Spring, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Sandy Spring?

In Sandy Spring, 52°F (11.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Sandy Spring in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Sandy Spring?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Sandy Spring, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average temperature in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average pressure in March - Sandy Spring, 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average wind speed in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average humidity in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average rainfall in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average snowfall in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Sandy Spring, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sandy Spring, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Sandy Spring, MD

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average visibility in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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