Why does the wind tend to blow harder in March compared to other months?

The wind tends to blow harder in March primarily due to there being a greater temperature differential between air masses during this time. As winter gives way to spring, the contrast between cold air still lingering from winter and warmer air starting to return increases. This significant temperature difference can create more pronounced pressure gradients, which in turn leads to stronger winds as air moves from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas in an attempt to reach equilibrium.

In contrast, while cooler temperatures on the earth's surface or changes in humidity might influence local weather conditions, they are not the primary drivers of wind speed as seen with the temperature differential between varying air masses. Additionally, the notion that wind patterns are consistent throughout the year overlooks the seasonal shifts in temperature and pressure that directly affect wind intensity. March is particularly noted for its transition into warmer temperatures, which exacerbates these contrasts and results in stronger winds. Thus, the increased wind in March is closely linked to the dynamics of air mass interactions rather than static conditions.