March weather forecastRoyal Oak, MI
March
Weather in March
March sees significant changes in the weather of Royal Oak, Michigan. It is a time of transition with the temperature rising to an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C). The city also experiences a decline in snowfall to an average of 1.26" (32mm). As spring progresses, expect fewer blankets of snow and more spots of color as trees and flowers start to bud. This month is a popular time for locals to do some much-needed spring cleaning or enjoy outdoor activities in the generally milder weather.Temperature
An upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Humidity
In Royal Oak, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Royal Oak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Royal Oak, during March, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Royal Oak, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Royal Oak, 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.
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 Royal Oak, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.UV index
In Royal Oak, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 1.26"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Royal Oak, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Royal Oak, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Royal Oak, 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).
