March weather forecast
Ratchford, OH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ratchford, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

Ratchford's weather in March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Ratchford, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

In Ratchford, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ratchford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ratchford, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.8 days and aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Ratchford is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Ratchford, Ohio, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Ratchford, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ratchford, during March, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ratchford have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Ratchford have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Ratchford, OH

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ratchford, OH

Average wind speed in March - Ratchford, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ratchford, OH

Average humidity in March - Ratchford, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Ratchford, OH

Average rainfall in March - Ratchford, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Ratchford, OH

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ratchford, OH

Average snowfall in March - Ratchford, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ratchford, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Ratchford, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ratchford, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ratchford, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Ratchford, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Ratchford, OH

Average UV index in March - Ratchford, 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
Ratchford, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Ratchford, OH

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

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

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