March weather forecastFerndale, MI
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Ferndale, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).Temperature
With the transition into March, Ferndale experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is noted.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Ferndale, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ferndale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ferndale, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Ferndale, during the entire year, snow falls for 53 days and aggregates up to 15.43" (392mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 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 in Ferndale is 5.5h.UV index
In Ferndale, 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 daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 1.26"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ferndale, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Ferndale, MI
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
