March weather forecast
Continental, OH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Continental, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). An average minimum temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is recorded during the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161 rainfall days, and 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In Continental, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 13.66" (347mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Continental is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Continental in March?

In Continental, 46.2°F (7.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Continental, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Continental, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Continental, OH

Average temperature in March - Continental, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Continental, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Continental, OH

Average wind speed in March - Continental, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Continental, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Continental, OH

Average rainfall in March - Continental, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Continental, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Continental, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Continental, OH

Average snowfall in March - Continental, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Continental, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Continental, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Continental, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Continental, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Continental, OH

Average UV index in March - Continental, OH
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Continental, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Continental, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Continental, OH

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

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

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