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Columbus Weather in March

With daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), March in Columbus brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 141 mm (5.6 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Columbus in March

On average, there are about 11 days with rain during this month, averaging 141 mm (5.6 in). Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Columbus in March

Daytime temperatures in Columbus reach 20°C (68°F) in March, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a good time to visit Columbus.

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Columbus Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 141 mm (5.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

Best Places in the United States of America in March

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in March →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Columbus in March

Pleasant temperatures in March mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.

What To Do in Columbus in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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