March weather forecast
Cortland, OH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cortland, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks March, moving from February's wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C) to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). In Cortland, in March, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cortland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.5 days and collects up to 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cortland, Ohio, in March, during 10.4 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77.8 snowfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Cortland, Ohio, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

In Cortland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature during March is 44.8°F (7.1°C) and the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Cortland, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Cortland, in March, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cortland have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:14 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

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 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cortland, OH

Average temperature in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Cortland, OH

Average pressure in March - Cortland, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cortland, OH

Average wind speed in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Cortland, OH

Average humidity in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Cortland, OH

Average rainfall in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Cortland, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cortland, OH

Average snowfall in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cortland, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cortland, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cortland, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in March
Cortland, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Cortland, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Cortland, OH

Average visibility in March - Cortland, OH
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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