March weather forecast
Sandy Spring, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sandy Spring, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.1°F (2.3°C) and max 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Sandy Spring averages to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Sandy Spring, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Spring, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sandy Spring, Maryland, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Sandy Spring. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 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 is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sandy Spring in March?

Sandy Spring in March has an average high-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sandy Spring?

In Sandy Spring, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in Sandy Spring in March?

In Sandy Spring, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Sandy Spring?

The months with the most snowfall in Sandy Spring are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Sandy Spring?

In March, in Sandy Spring, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Sandy Spring?

The average day length in March in Sandy Spring is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sandy Spring?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:31 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Sandy Spring?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sandy Spring, Maryland, 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 Sandy Spring?

The average sunshine duration in March in Sandy Spring is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Sandy Spring?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sandy Spring is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average temperature in March - Sandy Spring, 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: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average pressure in March - Sandy Spring, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Sandy Spring, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average humidity in March - Sandy Spring, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average rainfall in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average snowfall in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

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

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Average snowfall days in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sandy Spring, 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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sandy Spring, MD

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Sandy Spring, MD

Average visibility in March - Sandy Spring, MD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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