March weather forecast
Defiance, OH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Defiance, Ohio, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.7°F (7.6°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

March sees a temperature increase, moving from a cold 34°F (1.1°C) in February to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). Throughout March, Defiance registers a consistent average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Defiance is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.2 rainfall days, and 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Defiance. In Defiance, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.7 snowfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Defiance, Ohio, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Defiance, Ohio, 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

In Defiance, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Defiance in March?

Defiance in March has an average high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Defiance?

The average relative humidity in March in Defiance is 76%.

How much does it rain in Defiance in March?

In Defiance, Ohio, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Defiance?

In Defiance, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Defiance have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Defiance?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Defiance, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Defiance, Ohio, 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 Defiance?

The average sunshine duration in March in Defiance is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Defiance?

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

Average temperature in March - Defiance, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in March
Defiance, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Defiance, OH

Average wind speed in March - Defiance, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Defiance, OH

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Defiance, OH

Average rainfall in March - Defiance, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Defiance, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Defiance, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Defiance, OH

Average snowfall in March - Defiance, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Defiance, OH

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Defiance, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Defiance, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Defiance, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Defiance, OH

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

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
Defiance, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Defiance, OH

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

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

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