March weather forecast
Cincinnati, OH

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A beautiful park in spring next to the John A Roebling suspension bridge in Cincinnati, Ohio
A beautiful park in spring next to the John A Roebling suspension bridge in Cincinnati, Ohio

Weather in March

If January and February are the cold, crisp inhale of the year, March is undoubtedly the warming sigh of relief in Cincinnati. As the transition from winter to spring begins, the chill in the air recedes and the environment gradually softens. The highlight of a warming month is the rise in temperatures to a less frosty range of 35.4°F (1.9°C) to 51.4°F (10.8°C). With the snow largely behind it, the city bids farewell to winter, and the visual transition prompts a rise in outdoor activities as a spirited salute to the springtime ahead.

Temperature

Cincinnati's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Cincinnati reports an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cincinnati, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Cincinnati, Ohio, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cincinnati, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cincinnati, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 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 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cincinnati in March?

During March, Cincinnati experiences an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Cincinnati, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Cincinnati, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Cincinnati, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cincinnati?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Cincinnati, OH

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average wind speed in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average humidity in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Cincinnati, OH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cincinnati, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average UV index in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Cincinnati, OH

Average visibility in March - Cincinnati, OH
  • 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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