Early spring · Weather & things to do
Baltimore in March
Baltimore warms up: highs climb to 51°F (11°C), from 42°F in February, with lows of 33°F (0°C) and about 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 51°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (85 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What March feels like
Cool days top out near 51°F (11°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights cool to an average low of 33°F (0°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.3 in (85 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are April & May and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 48/100 in February to 63/100.
- March sits inside the Mar – Jun window our Capital Cities Corridor route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Baltimore in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Thames Street Oyster House
Fells Point seafood house known for lobster rolls and raw bar.
Why now March scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
B&O Railroad Museum
Historic roundhouse holding one of the largest collections of 19th-century locomotives.
The Walters Art Museum
Free museum with armor, ancient art and illuminated manuscripts in Mount Vernon.
Federal Hill Park
Hilltop park with the best view over the Inner Harbor skyline.
Why now Highs near 51°F and 3.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Faidley Seafood
Lexington Market stall since 1886, known for its lump crab cake.
Nearby in March
- Washington, DC in March~35 mi · highs 52°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lancaster in March~54 mi · highs 49°F, 3.4 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Kennett Square in March~61 mi · highs 49°F, 3.7 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Philadelphia in March~90 mi · highs 50°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
These averages also cover Fells Point and Inner Harbor & Harbor East.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Baltimore in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Baltimore?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are April & May and September & October, at up to 84. Expect highs of 51°F (11°C) and 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain. March is inside the Mar – Jun window our Capital Cities Corridor route recommends.
How cold is Baltimore in March?
Average highs are 51°F (11°C) and average lows 33°F (0°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Baltimore in March?
Some: about 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.7 in (1162 mm).
What should I pack for Baltimore in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Baltimore
Routes in season in March
- Capital Cities Corridor Mar – Jun
Planning Baltimore in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.