March weather forecastLima, OH
March
Weather in March
With the onset of March, the weather in Lima tends to become less harsh, offering locals some comfort from the severe winter. The city experiences a significant rise in temperature, creating an environment suitable for thawing, which ranges from 46.8°F (8.2°C) to 32°F (0°C). The longer days and reduced snowfall are indicative of the upcoming spring season. The month also witnesses an increase in the rainfall, catalyzing the transformation of the bleak winter landscapes into vibrant spring scenes. The easing cold and the imminent arrival of fresh blooms on tree branches stimulate anticipation for the colorful, rejuvenating spring.Temperature
With the arrival of March, the average high-temperature transitions from a wintry 35.6°F (2°C) in February to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). Lima records an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) throughout the month of March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Lima, Ohio, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lima, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lima, Ohio, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lima, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.36" (314mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Lima, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Lima, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Lima, OH
- Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Lima, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Lima, OH
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in March
Lima, OH
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Lima, OH
- Average rainfall in March: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.89").
Average rainfall days in March
Lima, OH
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Lima, OH
- Average snowfall in March: 1.93"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Lima, OH
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lima, OH
- 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: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lima, OH
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Lima, OH
- Average UV index in March: 3
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
Lima, OH
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Lima, OH
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and September (5mi).
