March weather forecast
Scotland, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Scotland, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Scotland records an average nighttime low of 40.1°F (4.5°C) in March.

Humidity

In Scotland, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.5 rainfall days, and 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Scotland aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Scotland, during the entire year, snow falls for 6 days and aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Scotland, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Scotland, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Scotland, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Scotland, Maryland, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Scotland aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Scotland, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Scotland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Scotland, MD

Average temperature in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Scotland, MD

Average pressure in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Scotland, MD

Average wind speed in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Scotland, MD

Average humidity in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Scotland, MD

Average rainfall in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Scotland, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Scotland, MD

Average snowfall in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Scotland, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Scotland, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scotland, 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: 7h and 0min

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
Scotland, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Scotland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Scotland, MD

Average UV index in March - Scotland, 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
Scotland, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Scotland, 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
Scotland, MD

Average visibility in March - Scotland, 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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