March weather forecastDorset, OH
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Dorset, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Temperature
As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a still wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). In Dorset, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Dorset is 82%.Rainfall
In Dorset, Ohio, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dorset, there are 181 rainfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dorset. In Dorset, in March, during 9.3 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dorset, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.4 days and aggregates up to 25.28" (642mm) 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 6:56 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Dorset, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:47 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
In Dorset, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. 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
Dorset, OH
- Average high temperature in March: 40.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in March
Dorset, OH
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dorset, OH
- Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Dorset, OH
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Dorset, OH
- Average rainfall in March: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.4").
Average rainfall days in March
Dorset, OH
- Average rainfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dorset, OH
- Average snowfall in March: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dorset, OH
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dorset, OH
- 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dorset, OH
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Dorset, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Dorset, OH
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Dorset, OH
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
