March weather forecastPetoskey, MI
March
Weather in March
March escorts in early signs of spring to Petoskey. Comparatively moderate temperatures and a decrease in snowfall characterize this month. The sun shines are more evident, which melts resistance from the winter remnant 3.58" (91mm) of snowfall. Increased visibility accompanied by daylight expansion affords more outdoor opportunities. March weather gives room to spring's blossoming and the return of wildlife.Temperature
Entering March, Petoskey sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). During March, Petoskey witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 84%.Rainfall
In Petoskey, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Petoskey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Petoskey are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.7 snowfall days, and 33.62" (854mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Petoskey, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:20 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 March, the average sunshine is 4.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Petoskey, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Petoskey, 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
Petoskey, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").
Average rainfall days in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 3.58"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Petoskey, MI
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
