March weather forecast
West Laurel, MD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in West Laurel, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average high of 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

March comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In West Laurel, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 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 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in West Laurel?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 52°F (11.1°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Laurel?

In West Laurel, Maryland, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In West Laurel, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:30 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in West Laurel?

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 West Laurel have in March?

In West Laurel, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
West Laurel, MD

Average temperature in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
West Laurel, MD

Average pressure in March - West Laurel, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Laurel, MD

Average wind speed in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
West Laurel, MD

Average humidity in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
West Laurel, MD

Average rainfall in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
West Laurel, MD

Average rainfall days in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Laurel, MD

Average snowfall in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Laurel, MD

Average snowfall days in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Laurel, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Laurel, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Laurel, MD

Average sunshine days in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
West Laurel, MD

Average UV index in March - West Laurel, 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
West Laurel, MD

Average cloud cover in March - West Laurel, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
West Laurel, MD

Average visibility in March - West Laurel, 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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