March weather forecast
Rochester, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rochester, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March registers at an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C), closely corresponding to the preceding month. During the month of March, the temperature in Rochester falls to an average of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and May, with an average relative humidity of 53%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, in March, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 42.3 rainfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Rochester, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rochester is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Rochester, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:10 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

In Rochester, California, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rochester is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Rochester?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rochester, California, during March are 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Rochester?

February, March and May, with an average relative humidity of 53%, are most humid months in Rochester, California.

What is the average humidity in March in Rochester?

The average relative humidity in March is 53%.

How much does it rain in Rochester in March?

In Rochester, California, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rochester?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Rochester in March?

In March, in Rochester, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in March?

The average day length in March in Rochester is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rochester?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Rochester, California, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:10 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, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Rochester?

In Rochester, California, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rochester?

In Rochester, California, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rochester, CA

Average temperature in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (45.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Rochester, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rochester, CA

Average wind speed in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Rochester, CA

Average humidity in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and May (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in March
Rochester, CA

Average rainfall in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Rochester, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.9 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Rochester, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rochester, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rochester, CA

Average UV index in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Rochester, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Rochester, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Rochester, CA

Average visibility in March - Rochester, CA
  • 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).

Rochester, California, USA

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