March weather forecast
Manistee, MI

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Weather in March

The transition to spring commences in March in Manistee, with temperatures rising to an average high temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The increment in temperature initiates the melting of accumulated snow, transforming the cityscape to a wetter and milder environment. With the climb in temperature, there's also an increase in rainy days and a decrease in snowfall. With ten hours of daily daylight, longer outdoor activities become feasible. Despite the arrival of spring, it remains imperative to dress warm as temperatures are still on the lower side.

Temperature

The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). Manistee documents a consistent average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) at night during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Manistee, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Manistee, there are 143.8 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Manistee, Michigan. In March, in Manistee, Michigan, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.4 snowfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Manistee, 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

The average sunshine in March in Manistee is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Manistee is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. 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 Manistee in March?

The high-temperature in Manistee during March is 36.3°F (2.4°C) and the low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Manistee?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Manistee?

In Manistee, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Manistee in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Manistee have in March?

The average day length in March in Manistee is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Manistee?

On the first day of March in Manistee, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:34 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 Manistee?

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Manistee, Michigan, is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Manistee?

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

Average temperature in March - Manistee, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Manistee, MI

Average pressure in March - Manistee, 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
Manistee, MI

Average wind speed in March - Manistee, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Manistee, MI

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

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
Manistee, MI

Average rainfall in March - Manistee, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in March
Manistee, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Manistee, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Manistee, MI

Average snowfall in March - Manistee, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Manistee, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Manistee, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 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
Manistee, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Manistee, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Manistee, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Manistee, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Manistee, MI

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Manistee, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Manistee, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Manistee, MI

Average visibility in March - Manistee, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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