March weather forecast
Petersburg, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Petersburg, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Petersburg's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Petersburg, Michigan, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, Michigan, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 16.18" (411mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, in Petersburg, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Petersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 43 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Petersburg is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Petersburg, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Petersburg is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Petersburg is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Petersburg?

March temperatures in Petersburg, Michigan, vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Petersburg?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, during March, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Michigan, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Petersburg?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Petersburg is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Petersburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Petersburg is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Petersburg, MI

Average temperature in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Petersburg, MI

Average pressure in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Petersburg, MI

Average wind speed in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Petersburg, MI

Average humidity in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Petersburg, MI

Average rainfall in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Petersburg, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Petersburg, MI

Average snowfall in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Petersburg, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Petersburg, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Petersburg, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Petersburg, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Petersburg, MI

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Petersburg, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Petersburg, MI

Average visibility in March - Petersburg, 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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