March weather forecast
Gaines, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Gaines, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

As Gaines transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Gaines is 79%.

Rainfall

In Gaines, Michigan, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.8 snowfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gaines, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Gaines, Michigan, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gaines in March?

March temperatures in Gaines vary between a high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gaines?

In Gaines, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gaines?

In March, in Gaines, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gaines in March?

In Gaines, Michigan, during March, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gaines have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Gaines?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Gaines, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Gaines?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Gaines?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Gaines is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gaines, MI

Average temperature in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Gaines, MI

Average pressure in March - Gaines, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Gaines, MI

Average wind speed in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Gaines, MI

Average humidity in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Gaines, MI

Average rainfall in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Gaines, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Gaines, MI

Average snowfall in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Gaines, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
Gaines, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Gaines, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Gaines, MI

Average UV index in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Gaines, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Gaines, MI

Average visibility in March - Gaines, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (5mi).

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