March weather forecastRochester, MA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Rochester, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).Temperature
As Rochester welcomes March, the average high-temperature is noted at a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Rochester, in March, registers a nighttime average temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Rochester, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rochester, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Rochester, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:08 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
In Rochester, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Rochester, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Rochester, MA
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Rochester, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 12.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Rochester, MA
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Rochester, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").
Average rainfall days in March
Rochester, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rochester, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rochester, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rochester, MA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rochester, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Rochester, MA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Rochester, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Rochester, MA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
