March weather forecast
Dayton, OH

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The Maimi and Mad rivers converge to flow through Dayton city, Ohio
The Maimi and Mad rivers converge to flow through Dayton city, Ohio

Weather in March

March marks the onset of spring in Dayton, Ohio. The city experiences a substantial increase in temperature, reducing the intensity of winter. Daylight extends, a herald of sunnier days ahead. The month brings increased precipitation and relative humidity, preparing the ground for spring blossoms. The highest temperature recorded during this month has been 49.5°F (9.7°C), further showing signs of the ending cold.

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). Throughout March nights, Dayton experiences a consistent temperature average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Dayton is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.5 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Dayton, Ohio, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.5 snowfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dayton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Dayton, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Dayton?

In March, in Dayton, the average high-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dayton?

The average relative humidity in March in Dayton, Ohio, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Dayton in March?

In Dayton, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Dayton?

In March, in Dayton, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in March?

The average day length in March in Dayton, Ohio, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dayton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Dayton, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

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

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 Dayton?

In Dayton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Dayton?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dayton, OH

Average temperature in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dayton, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Dayton, OH

Average wind speed in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dayton, OH

Average humidity in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dayton, OH

Average rainfall in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dayton, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dayton, OH

Average snowfall in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dayton, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dayton, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dayton, OH

Average UV index in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Dayton, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Dayton, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Dayton, OH

Average visibility in March - Dayton, OH
  • 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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