Annapolis in March
Good time to visit
March feels like Annapolis waking up from a long nap. The city starts showing signs of life again, and you can actually imagine wanting to walk around the harbor. Still not prime time, but you're getting close to the good stuff.
Weather
March brings hope with temps finally climbing toward livable, though you'll still need a real jacket most days. Spring rain starts in earnest - not gentle showers but proper Mid-Atlantic downpours. The harbor area gets more foot traffic as people emerge from hibernation.
13°C high3°C low11 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$130/day average
Events & Festivals
- •St. Patrick's Day celebrations
- •Maryland Day preparations begin
March Tips
- •Pack an umbrella - March rain doesn't mess around
- •Restaurant patios start reopening but bring a sweater
- •This is when locals start thinking about getting their boats ready
All Months
April through October gives you the best weather and full access to sailing season. May and September hit the sweet spot - warm days, cool evenings, and fewer crowds than peak summer. The Naval Academy graduation in late May brings thousands of visitors, so book early if you're planning around that. Summer means sailing weather, but also humidity and higher hotel rates. Commissioning Week in May is chaos - avoid unless you're there for the ceremony. Fall colors peak in mid-October around the Chesapeake Bay area. Winter can be charming for a quick historic walking tour, but many waterfront restaurants close or reduce hours. The holiday season brings colonial Christmas events and tours of decorated historic homes. Just bundle up - those harbor winds cut right through you.
Annapolis Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
7/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
6/10
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