March weather forecast
Canton, OH

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A part of the large city of Canton in Ohio
A part of the large city of Canton in Ohio

Weather in March

March brings an anticipated warmth to Canton, nudging temperatures into a pleasant range. The city observes a transition from a snowy landscape to a greener one, as the rainfall takes precedence over snowfall. The lengthening daylight hours hint at the approaching Spring. Temperatures make a leap, with lows of 30.2°F (-1°C) and highs of 46°F (7.8°C), offering a significant shift from the winter chills. Despite these warmer days, the month remains relatively humid, ensuring the last vestiges of winter are still felt.

Temperature

March's arrival in Canton signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). The average temperature during March nights in Canton is registered at a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Canton, there are 169.3 rainfall days, and 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Canton, in March, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Canton, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Canton, Ohio, 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 7:49 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 Canton, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Canton in March?

In March, in Canton, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Canton?

In March, the average relative humidity in Canton is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Canton?

In Canton, Ohio, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Canton in March?

In Canton, in March, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Canton?

On the first day of March in Canton, Ohio, 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 7:49 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Canton?

The average sunshine duration in March in Canton, Ohio, is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Canton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Canton, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Canton, OH

Average temperature in March - Canton, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in March
Canton, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Canton, OH

Average wind speed in March - Canton, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Canton, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Canton, OH

Average rainfall in March - Canton, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Canton, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Canton, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Canton, OH

Average snowfall in March - Canton, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Canton, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Canton, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 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
Canton, OH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Canton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Canton, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Canton, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Canton, OH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Canton, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Canton, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Canton, OH

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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