March weather forecast
West Ocean City, MD

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Weather in March

As West Ocean City gazes at the onset of spring, March ushers in a considerable lift in temperatures. With more sunlight and clear skies, this month is distinctive for its growing warmth and significantly reduced snowfall. The climatic patterns of March show a shift towards balance from the cold extremes of the earlier months. The weather in March leaves a hint of the oncoming vibrant spring and the activities it carries.

Temperature

March experiences an average high-temperature of a still frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C), barely different from February's 43.9°F (6.6°C). Throughout the nights in March, West Ocean City notes an average low of 40.8°F (4.9°C), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In West Ocean City, Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Ocean City, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Ocean City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, West Ocean City aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.1 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In West Ocean City, in March, the average water temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C).
Note: Dipping into 43.9°F (6.6°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In West Ocean City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of March, in West Ocean City, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 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 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in West Ocean City?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, West Ocean City aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March?

In West Ocean City, the average seawater temperature in March is 43.9°F (6.6°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 is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in West Ocean City, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 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 West Ocean City have in March?

In West Ocean City, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in West Ocean City is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average temperature in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average pressure in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average wind speed in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average humidity in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average rainfall in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average rainfall days in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average snowfall in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average snowfall days in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average sea temperature in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average sea temperature in March: 43.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Ocean City, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average sunshine days in March - West Ocean City, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average UV index in March - West Ocean City, 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
West Ocean City, MD

Average cloud cover in March - West Ocean City, 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 25).

Average visibility in March
West Ocean City, MD

Average visibility in March - West Ocean City, 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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