March weather forecast
Rochester, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Rochester, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in February to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Throughout March, Rochester encounters an average temperature drop to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Rochester, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rochester, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Rochester, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Rochester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rochester, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rochester, during March, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Rochester?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rochester?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rochester is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rochester, KY

Average temperature in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Rochester, KY

Average pressure in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rochester, KY

Average wind speed in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Rochester, KY

Average humidity in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Rochester, KY

Average rainfall in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Rochester, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rochester, KY

Average snowfall in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rochester, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rochester, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Rochester, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rochester, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Rochester, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Rochester, KY

Average visibility in March - Rochester, KY
  • 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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