Columbus weather in March (Ohio, United States of America)

What can you expect from the weather in Columbus during March? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Columbus generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 11°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 0°C.

Columbus in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 162 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Columbus climate page with graphs.

 

Columbus, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 0°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 64%  

Sunshine 162 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 44%  

Where to go in the United States of America in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

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

So, what should you wear in Columbus in March?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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