March weather forecast
Rochester, PA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Rochester, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, moving from a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Rochester observes an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Rochester, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rochester, there are 168.7 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rochester are January through April, October through December. In Rochester, during March, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.6 snowfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) 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 6:53 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Rochester is 5.3h.

UV index

In Rochester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Rochester, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Rochester, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Rochester, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:12 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Rochester have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rochester, PA

Average temperature in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Rochester, PA

Average pressure in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rochester, PA

Average wind speed in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Rochester, PA

Average humidity in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Rochester, PA

Average rainfall in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Rochester, PA

Average rainfall days in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rochester, PA

Average snowfall in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rochester, PA

Average snowfall days in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rochester, PA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rochester, PA

Average sunshine days in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Rochester, PA

Average UV index in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Rochester, PA

Average cloud cover in March - Rochester, PA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Rochester, PA

Average visibility in March - Rochester, PA
  • 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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