March weather forecast
Rochester, TX

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in Rochester, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in February to a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Rochester, the average relative humidity in March is 51%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, during March, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Rochester, Texas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.8 days and collects up to 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rochester, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rochester, Texas, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:36 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Rochester, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Rochester, the average high-temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 51%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rochester, in March, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, in Rochester, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Rochester, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rochester?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:36 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. 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 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rochester, TX

Average temperature in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (97.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in March
Rochester, TX

Average pressure in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rochester, TX

Average wind speed in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Rochester, TX

Average humidity in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 51%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October, November and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

Average rainfall in March
Rochester, TX

Average rainfall in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Rochester, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rochester, TX

Average snowfall in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rochester, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rochester, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Rochester, TX

Average UV index in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Rochester, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Rochester, TX

Average visibility in March - Rochester, TX
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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