March weather forecastElk Rapids, MI
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Elk Rapids, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).Temperature
The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is expected.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Elk Rapids, Michigan, is 82%.Rainfall
In Elk Rapids, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.2 rainfall days, and 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elk Rapids, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Elk Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.8 days and aggregates up to 28.03" (712mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:08 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
In March, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").
Average rainfall days in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 3.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
