March weather forecast
Rochester, WA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Rochester, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Rochester's shift into March is marked by a subtle change to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) from February's 46.2°F (7.9°C) in temperature. Rochester, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Rochester, Washington, is 87%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, in March, during 19.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168 rainfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rochester are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.5 snowfall days, in March, Rochester aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Rochester, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.9 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Rochester, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:40 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Rochester is 4.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Rochester?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rochester, Washington, during March are 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Rochester?

In March, the average relative humidity in Rochester is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rochester?

In Rochester, in March, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Rochester?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Rochester. During 1.5 snowfall days, in March, Rochester aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Rochester, Washington, is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rochester?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Rochester, Washington, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:40 pm PDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Rochester have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Rochester?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rochester is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rochester, WA

Average temperature in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rochester, WA

Average pressure in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.02"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rochester, WA

Average wind speed in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and November (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rochester, WA

Average humidity in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rochester, WA

Average rainfall in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rochester, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rochester, WA

Average snowfall in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rochester, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rochester, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rochester, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rochester, WA

Average UV index in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
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
Rochester, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Rochester, WA

Average visibility in March - Rochester, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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