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Columbus weather in March

Long-run climate averages for Columbus, OH in March, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

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March at a glance

In March, Columbus averages 50°F by day and 30°F at night. The wettest month is usually May.

March in Columbus averages a daytime high of 50°F and an overnight low of 30°F, which reads as cool for this part of the world. Overnight temperatures drop below freezing, so expect frost and pack accordingly. Across the whole year Columbus sees roughly 39 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Columbus forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Columbus weather by month

what to expect in Columbus through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Columbus's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Columbus by season.

Jan
37°
24°
Cold
Feb
43°
22°
Cool
Mar
50°
30°
Cool
Apr
63°
42°
Mild
May
72°
51°
Warm
Wettest
Jun
81°
61°
Warm
Jul
83°
64°
Warm
Aug
82°
63°
Warm
Sep
76°
56°
Warm
Oct
64°
45°
Mild
Nov
51°
35°
Cool
Dec
40°
28°
Cool

Bottom line: over the last 30 days the European model has been the most accurate forecast for Columbus, scoring 97/100 on our CheckWeather Score, ahead of the American at 79. See the full US accuracy scoreboard for exactly how every model is tested.

Common questions

How warm is Columbus in March?
Columbus averages a daytime high of 50°F in March, with overnight lows around 30°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast - for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is March a good time to visit Columbus?
The most comfortable time to visit Columbus is usually April, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest May rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Columbus in March?
The wettest month in Columbus is usually May. Across the year the city sees roughly 39 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages from ERA5 reanalysis. Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .

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