March weather forecast
Chillicothe, OH

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Weather in March

March carries the baton from February with a marked improvement in weather conditions. With a shift towards more moderate temperatures, inhabitants of Chillicothe will begin to note the distinct transition from winter to spring. A notable change is the increasing daylight hours, gradually lengthening each day. The blanket of snow that characterized the preceding months begins to recede, replaced by frequent rainfall reaching 2.36" (60mm). Despite the rain, cloud cover decreases, paving the way for intermittent sunny intervals.

Temperature

As Chillicothe enters March, the average high-temperature increases from the an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) of February to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Chillicothe, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Chillicothe is 77%.

Rainfall

In Chillicothe, Ohio, in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chillicothe, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Chillicothe, Ohio. In Chillicothe, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Chillicothe, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:55 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 Chillicothe, Ohio, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Chillicothe, Ohio, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Chillicothe, Ohio, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Chillicothe, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chillicothe have in March?

In Chillicothe, 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 7:03 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Chillicothe, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average temperature in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average pressure in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average wind speed in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average humidity in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average rainfall in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average snowfall in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Chillicothe, OH

Average UV index in March - Chillicothe, OH
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Chillicothe, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Chillicothe, OH

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

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

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