March weather forecast
Benton Heights, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Benton Heights, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a still wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Benton Heights, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benton Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 16.97" (431mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Benton Heights. In Benton Heights, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.9 snowfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Benton Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Benton Heights, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Benton Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Benton Heights during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Benton Heights during March are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Benton Heights?

In March, the average relative humidity in Benton Heights is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Benton Heights?

In Benton Heights, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Benton Heights in March?

In March, in Benton Heights, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Benton Heights?

In March, the average day length in Benton Heights, Michigan, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Benton Heights?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Benton Heights, Michigan, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Benton Heights have in March?

In Benton Heights, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Benton Heights?

In Benton Heights, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average temperature in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average pressure in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average wind speed in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average humidity in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average rainfall in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average snowfall in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average UV index in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average visibility in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • 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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