March weather forecastKalamazoo, MI
March
Weather in March
March signifies the beginning of Spring in Kalamazoo, introducing more fluctuating weather conditions. Thawing snow, warming temperatures and blossoming flora are prominent indicators this change. The average high temperature rises to 43.2°F (6.2°C) from the February's chillier climate. The shift towards spring weather is often unpredictable, with frequent changes in cloud cover, temperature, and light levels. As March concludes, temperature continues to rise, setting the stage for warmer April days.Temperature
With the onset of March, Kalamazoo sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout March, Kalamazoo encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).Humidity
In Kalamazoo, Michigan, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Kalamazoo, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Kalamazoo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 20" (508mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kalamazoo, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kalamazoo, there are 61.2 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Kalamazoo, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Kalamazoo, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:07 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 Kalamazoo, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.UV index
In Kalamazoo, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in March
Kalamazoo, 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
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").
Average rainfall days in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kalamazoo, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Kalamazoo, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Kalamazoo, 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).
