March weather forecast
River Rouge, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in River Rouge, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). In River Rouge, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In River Rouge, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In River Rouge, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In River Rouge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.5 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In River Rouge, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in River Rouge, there are 42.9 snowfall days, and 6.02" (153mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In River Rouge, Michigan, in March, the average water temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).
Note: With respect to swimming, this presents an immediate life risk. Instant loss of breath control impedes logical thought. The use of a specialized swimsuit is vital to curb thermal loss.

Daylight

In River Rouge, Michigan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 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 River Rouge, Michigan, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in River Rouge during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in River Rouge, records 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in River Rouge?

In March, the average relative humidity in River Rouge, Michigan, is 76%.

How much does it rain in River Rouge in March?

In River Rouge, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in River Rouge in March?

In March, in River Rouge, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in March in River Rouge?

In River Rouge, in March, the average water temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in March in River Rouge?

The average day length in March in River Rouge, Michigan, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in River Rouge?

On the first day of March in River Rouge, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in River Rouge, Michigan, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in River Rouge?

The average sunshine duration in March in River Rouge is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in River Rouge?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in River Rouge is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
River Rouge, MI

Average temperature in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°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 (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
River Rouge, MI

Average pressure in March - River Rouge, 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
River Rouge, MI

Average wind speed in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
River Rouge, MI

Average humidity in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
River Rouge, MI

Average rainfall in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
River Rouge, MI

Average rainfall days in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
River Rouge, MI

Average snowfall in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
River Rouge, MI

Average snowfall days in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
River Rouge, MI

Average sea temperature in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average sea temperature in March: 33.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
River Rouge, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - River Rouge, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
River Rouge, MI

Average sunshine days in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
River Rouge, MI

Average UV index in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
River Rouge, MI

Average cloud cover in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
River Rouge, MI

Average visibility in March - River Rouge, 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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