March weather forecast
Maryland, NJ

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Maryland, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48°F (8.9°C) and min 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) in February to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). The low-temperature average for Maryland during March stands at a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Maryland, New Jersey, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Maryland, New Jersey, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature during March is 48°F (8.9°C) and the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Maryland, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Maryland, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Maryland, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Maryland have in March?

In Maryland, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 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?

In Maryland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Maryland, NJ

Average temperature in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Maryland, NJ

Average pressure in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Maryland, NJ

Average wind speed in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Maryland, NJ

Average humidity in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Maryland, NJ

Average rainfall in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Maryland, NJ

Average rainfall days in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Maryland, NJ

Average snowfall in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Maryland, NJ

Average snowfall days in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Maryland, NJ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Maryland, NJ

Average sunshine days in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Maryland, NJ

Average UV index in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Maryland, NJ

Average cloud cover in March - Maryland, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Maryland, NJ

Average visibility in March - Maryland, NJ
  • 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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