Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The advent of March observes an average high-temperature of a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C), nearly identical to February's 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout March in Rochester, Massachusetts, a minimal difference from peak daytime temperatures is noted, marking a steady low-temperature average of 33.6°F (0.9°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Rochester 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. In Rochester, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Rochester, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, 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
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rochester. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Rochester during March?
What is the least humid month in Rochester?
What is the average humidity in March in Rochester?
How much does it rain in Rochester in March?
How much does it snow in Rochester in March?
How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rochester?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rochester?
How many hours of sunshine does Rochester have in March?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rochester?
What is the UV index reading in March in Rochester?
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 5min
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).
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