March weather forecast
Shady Side, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Shady Side, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.9°F (10.5°C) and min 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Shady Side's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Shady Side experiences a mean low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Shady Side, Maryland, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Shady Side aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Shady Side, during the entire year, snow falls for 8 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).
Note: Immersing oneself in 46.9°F (8.3°C) at sub14°F (-10°C) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

In Shady Side, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 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 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Shady Side, records 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Shady Side, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shady Side, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Shady Side aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March?

In Shady Side, in March, the average water temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). Swimming in 46.9°F (8.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Shady Side, 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 6:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Shady Side have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shady Side, MD

Average temperature in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in March
Shady Side, MD

Average pressure in March - Shady Side, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shady Side, MD

Average wind speed in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Shady Side, MD

Average humidity in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Shady Side, MD

Average rainfall in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Shady Side, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shady Side, MD

Average snowfall in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shady Side, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Shady Side, MD

Average sea temperature in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average sea temperature in March: 46.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shady Side, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shady Side, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shady Side, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Shady Side, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Shady Side, MD

Average UV index in March - Shady Side, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shady Side, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Shady Side, 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 27).

Average visibility in March
Shady Side, MD

Average visibility in March - Shady Side, 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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