March weather forecast
Detroit, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Detroit, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

Detroit, Illinois, experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). In the month of March, Detroit records a consistent average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In Detroit, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Detroit, in March, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Detroit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, in Detroit, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Detroit, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Detroit, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Detroit?

In Detroit, in March, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Detroit?

In Detroit, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Detroit?

In March, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Detroit in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Detroit have in March?

In Detroit, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Detroit?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Detroit?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Detroit?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Detroit, Illinois, is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Detroit?

In Detroit, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Detroit, IL

Average temperature in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Detroit, IL

Average pressure in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Detroit, IL

Average wind speed in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Detroit, IL

Average humidity in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Detroit, IL

Average rainfall in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Detroit, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Detroit, IL

Average snowfall in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Detroit, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Detroit, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Detroit, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Detroit, IL

Average UV index in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Detroit, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Detroit, IL

Average visibility in March - Detroit, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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