March weather forecast
Akron, OH

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A shot of part of Akron city in Ohio, taken at sunset
A shot of part of Akron city in Ohio, taken at sunset

Weather in March

Mostly marking the conclusion of the winter season, the weather in Akron during March sees a remarkable shift. Even though the city still encounters some snowfall, the conditions start becoming significantly warmer. There is a noticeably longer daylight duration of 12 hours, signaling the onset of spring. As the trees begin to bud, residents anticipate the coming of April as it brings warmer and brighter days.

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in March, moving from an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). An average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is recorded in the month of March in Akron.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Akron, Ohio, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Akron, Ohio, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.8 days and collects up to 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Akron, in March, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Akron, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.6 days and aggregates up to 27.09" (688mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Akron is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:50 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 Akron, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Akron is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Akron in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Akron during March are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Akron?

The average relative humidity in March in Akron is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Akron?

In March, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Akron?

In March, in Akron, Ohio, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Akron?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Akron?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:17 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Akron, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Akron?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Akron, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Akron have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Akron is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Akron?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Akron, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Akron, OH

Average temperature in March - Akron, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in March
Akron, OH

Average pressure in March - Akron, OH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Akron, OH

Average wind speed in March - Akron, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Akron, OH

Average humidity in March - Akron, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Akron, OH

Average rainfall in March - Akron, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in March
Akron, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Akron, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Akron, OH

Average snowfall in March - Akron, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Akron, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Akron, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Akron, OH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Akron, OH
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Akron, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Akron, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Akron, OH

Average UV index in March - Akron, OH
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Akron, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Akron, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Akron, OH

Average visibility in March - Akron, OH
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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