March weather forecast
Solomons, MD

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Weather in March

March in Solomons reflects the weather drift towards the spring season. The winter snowfall sees a drastic drop from February's 1.34" (34mm) to a nearly insignificant 0.91" (23mm). This underlines the unlikelihood of having a white March despite the relative humidity remaining almost constant. The advent of April will solidify the full bloom of spring with warmer temperatures and no snowfall registered. Therefore, March is the turning point where the end of frosty winter begins to make way for the blossoming spring.

Temperature

March's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Solomons, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Solomons, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Solomons. In March, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.6 snowfall days, and 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Solomons, the average seawater temperature in March is 47.1°F (8.4°C).
Note: To swim in 47.1°F (8.4°C) at less than 50°F (10°C), ensure you're well-protected. Without it, be prepared for a sudden jolt of cold and breathing issues. Remember, even 55.4°F (13°C) is not welcoming.

Daylight

In Solomons, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

In Solomons, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. 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. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Solomons, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What are the least humid months?

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Solomons, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Solomons, during March, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Solomons, Maryland, the average seawater temperature in March is 47.1°F (8.4°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?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 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 many hours of sunshine does Solomons have in March?

In Solomons, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Solomons, MD

Average temperature in March - Solomons, 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 (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Solomons, MD

Average pressure in March - Solomons, 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
Solomons, MD

Average wind speed in March - Solomons, 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 (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Solomons, MD

Average humidity in March - Solomons, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Solomons, MD

Average rainfall in March - Solomons, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Solomons, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Solomons, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Solomons, MD

Average snowfall in March - Solomons, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Solomons, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Solomons, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Solomons, MD

Average sea temperature in March - Solomons, MD
  • Average sea temperature in March: 47.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.6°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Solomons, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Solomons, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Solomons, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Solomons, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Solomons, MD

Average UV index in March - Solomons, 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
Solomons, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Solomons, 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 29).

Average visibility in March
Solomons, MD

Average visibility in March - Solomons, 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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