March weather forecast
Swanton, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Swanton, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's cold 37°F (2.8°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Swanton experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Swanton, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Swanton, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.7 days and collects up to 35.39" (899mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Swanton, during March, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 35.24" (895mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:40 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

The average sunshine in March in Swanton is 5.7h.

UV index

In Swanton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Swanton?

In March, in Swanton, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Swanton, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Swanton, in March, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:40 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Swanton, MD

Average temperature in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Swanton, MD

Average pressure in March - Swanton, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Swanton, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Swanton, MD

Average humidity in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Swanton, MD

Average rainfall in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Swanton, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Swanton, MD

Average snowfall in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Swanton, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Swanton, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Swanton, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Swanton, MD

Average UV index in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Swanton, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Swanton, MD

Average visibility in March - Swanton, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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