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Baltimore in March
What March is really like in Baltimore: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
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Quick answer
March is a good-value shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 13°C (55°F), lows of 2°C (36°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 11.8 hours of daylight. Changeable spring weather; baseball season usually starts at the end of the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 13°C (55°F) / 2°C (36°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in March
March is the 9th-warmest month in Baltimore: days average 13°C (55°F) against a yearly average high of 19°C (66°F), and nights fall to about 2°C (36°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 31 days. Compared with February (8°C (46°F)), March is warmer; by April highs climb to around 19°C (66°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 07:18
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 19:13
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
Spring (March–May). Blossom, baseball's return and mild weather, with crab season and outdoor dining picking up in May.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 2 for crowds (the peak is May at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in May). That makes March one of the better-value months to book.
Events in March
- St. Patrick's Day Parade in Mount Vernon (usually mid-March)
- Orioles opening day at Camden Yards (late March or early April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Historic site · Locust Point
Fort McHenry National Monument
Arrive by water taxi from the Inner Harbor or Fells Point in season, and ask about the timing of the flag-change programmes.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
Landmark · Camden Yards
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Opened in 1992, the Orioles' brick ballpark started the trend for retro-style stadiums across America.
- Time needed
- 3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Kids
- After dark
- Architecture
Viewpoint · Federal Hill
Federal Hill Park
Climb the steps from Key Highway at sunset, then walk down for dinner on Cross Street or Light Street.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Photo spot
- Couples
Landmark · Mount Vernon
Washington Monument, Mount Vernon Place
Begun in 1815, Robert Mills' marble column topped with a statue of George Washington was the first major monument in the country dedicated to him.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Views
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 13°C, lows near 2°C and 11 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Baltimore?
A good-value shoulder-season month, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–June and September–October are better overall. Compare every month.
Baltimore in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Baltimore?
It is a good-value shoulder-season month. Changeable spring weather; baseball season usually starts at the end of the month.
+How warm is Baltimore in March?
Average highs are around 13°C (55°F) and lows around 2°C (36°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Baltimore in March?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.