March weather forecast
Frankfort, MI

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The Point Betsie Lighthouse in Frankfort, Michigan
The Point Betsie Lighthouse in Frankfort, Michigan

Weather in March

As the town welcomes the spring, March signifies a certain vivacity returning to the air in Frankfort. The frigid airs of winter slowly yield to mild and balmy breezes. This month shows the first inklings of an increase in daylight hours. A record of 12 hours of daylight, with an average sunshine stretching 5.4 hours, lightens up the atmosphere. By the end of the month, the charming blossoms of the season start to appear as the warmth gradually crawls in.

Temperature

The shift from February to March in Frankfort is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). Frankfort experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the March nights, recording an average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Frankfort, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Frankfort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.1 days and collects up to 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Frankfort. In March, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Frankfort, there are 46 snowfall days, and 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Frankfort is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:11 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 Frankfort, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In Frankfort, 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 the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Frankfort in March?

During March, Frankfort experiences an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Frankfort?

In March, the average relative humidity in Frankfort, Michigan, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, Michigan, in March, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, Michigan, in March, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Frankfort?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Frankfort?

On the first day of March in Frankfort, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Frankfort, 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 Frankfort have in March?

In Frankfort, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Frankfort?

In Frankfort, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Frankfort, MI

Average temperature in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Frankfort, MI

Average pressure in March - Frankfort, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Frankfort, MI

Average wind speed in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Frankfort, MI

Average humidity in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Frankfort, MI

Average rainfall in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Frankfort, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Frankfort, MI

Average snowfall in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Frankfort, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Frankfort, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Frankfort, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Frankfort, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and May (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Frankfort, MI

Average UV index in March - Frankfort, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Frankfort, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Frankfort, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Frankfort, MI

Average visibility in March - Frankfort, 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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