March weather forecast
Portage, OH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Portage, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Portage experiences a steady low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Portage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Portage are January through May, October through December. In Portage, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Portage, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Portage?

In Portage, in March, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Portage?

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

How much does it rain in Portage in March?

In Portage, Ohio, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Portage in March?

In Portage, Ohio, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Portage?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Portage, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Portage, Ohio, 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 Portage have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Portage is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Portage?

In Portage, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Portage, OH

Average temperature in March - Portage, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Portage, OH

Average pressure in March - Portage, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Portage, OH

Average wind speed in March - Portage, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Portage, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Portage, OH

Average rainfall in March - Portage, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in March
Portage, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Portage, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Portage, OH

Average snowfall in March - Portage, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Portage, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Portage, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 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
Portage, OH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Portage, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Portage, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Portage, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Portage, OH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Portage, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Portage, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Portage, OH

Average visibility in March - Portage, OH
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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