Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). An average minimum temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) marks the month of March in Orleans.Humidity
In Orleans, Michigan, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Orleans, in March, during 9.5 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Orleans, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Orleans. In Orleans, Michigan, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Orleans, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.6 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Orleans, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:06 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 March, the average sunshine in Orleans is 5.4h.UV index
In Orleans, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Orleans?
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How high is the UV index in March in Orleans?
Average temperature in March
Orleans, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.3°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 (17.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Orleans, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Orleans, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Orleans, MI
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Orleans, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Orleans, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Orleans, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 1.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Orleans, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orleans, 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 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Orleans, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January, February and May (12.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Orleans, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Orleans, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
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
Orleans, 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).
Orleans, Michigan, USA
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