March weather forecast
Salem, OH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Salem sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 36°F (2.2°C) to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). In March, the temperature drops to an average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.3 rainfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Salem, in March, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 70 days and aggregates up to 26.54" (674mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 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

The average sunshine in March in Salem is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Salem, is 45.7°F (7.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Salem, in March, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, in Salem, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Salem?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Salem, Ohio, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Salem, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°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 (19°F).

Average pressure in March
Salem, OH

Average pressure in March - Salem, 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
Salem, OH

Average wind speed in March - Salem, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Salem, OH

Average humidity in March - Salem, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Salem, OH

Average rainfall in March - Salem, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Salem, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Salem, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Salem, OH

Average snowfall in March - Salem, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Salem, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Salem, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salem, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Salem, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Salem, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Salem, OH

Average UV index in March - Salem, 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
Salem, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Salem, OH

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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