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Rochester Weather in March

Rochester in March sees low temperatures, with highs around 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of -5°C (23°F). Around 48 mm (1.9 in) of snow/rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in Rochester in March

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of snow/rain, with 48 mm (1.9 in) average for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Rochester in March

March in Rochester sees highs of 5°C (41°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F) overnight. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights drop below freezing to -5°C (23°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying.

March in Rochester can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Rochester Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 48 mm (1.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Rochester in March

Cold weather calls for smart layering in March. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Rochester in March

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

Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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