March weather forecast
Dorcas, OH

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Dorcas, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). In March, Dorcas experiences an average nighttime temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dorcas, in March, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.5 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.1 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dorcas, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:50 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 in Dorcas is 5.6h.

UV index

In Dorcas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Dorcas, the average high-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Dorcas, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Dorcas, in March, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dorcas in March?

In Dorcas, Ohio, during March, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:50 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 many hours of sunshine does Dorcas have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Dorcas, OH

Average pressure in March - Dorcas, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dorcas, OH

Average wind speed in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Dorcas, OH

Average humidity in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Dorcas, OH

Average rainfall in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Dorcas, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dorcas, OH

Average snowfall in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dorcas, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dorcas, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dorcas, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Dorcas, OH

Average UV index in March - Dorcas, 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
Dorcas, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Dorcas, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Dorcas, OH

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

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

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