March weather forecast
Rochester, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Rochester, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

As Rochester enters March, the average high-temperature increases from the a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) of February to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). Rochester registers a consistent average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rochester, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rochester, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:57 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 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

During March, Rochester experiences an average high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Rochester, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rochester, during March, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. 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 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rochester, MI

Average temperature in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Rochester, MI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rochester, MI

Average wind speed in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Rochester, MI

Average humidity in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Rochester, MI

Average rainfall in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Rochester, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rochester, MI

Average snowfall in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rochester, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rochester, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rochester, MI

Average UV index in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Rochester, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Rochester, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Rochester, MI

Average visibility in March - Rochester, MI
  • 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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