March weather forecast
Taneytown, MD

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Weather in March

The arrival of March signifies the start of a noticeable shift in the weather patterns in Taneytown. This month sees a transformation from the winter chill as temperatures escalate to an average high of 49.3°F (9.6°C). However, the occasional snowfall still occurs with an average of 3.03" (77mm) being measured. Although still increasing, daylight hours reach up to 12 and the sun is more frequently visible, noting lesser cloud cover. Wind conditions stay mostly consistent, with a minor increase in average speed.

Temperature

The onset of March introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C) in February to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Taneytown, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Taneytown, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Taneytown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 in Taneytown is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Taneytown, records 49.3°F (9.6°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Taneytown, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Taneytown, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Taneytown have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Taneytown have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Taneytown, MD

Average temperature in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Taneytown, MD

Average pressure in March - Taneytown, 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
Taneytown, MD

Average wind speed in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Taneytown, MD

Average humidity in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Taneytown, MD

Average rainfall in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Taneytown, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Taneytown, MD

Average snowfall in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Taneytown, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Taneytown, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Taneytown, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Taneytown, MD

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

Average cloud cover in March
Taneytown, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Taneytown, MD

Average visibility in March - Taneytown, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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