March weather forecastMichigan, ND

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Michigan, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°F (0.6°C) and min 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a considerable escalation in the average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 17.6°F (-8°C) in February to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Michigan is 85%.

Rainfall

In Michigan, during March, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.5 rainfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Michigan. In Michigan, in March, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.9 snowfall days, and 16.97" (431mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Michigan, North Dakota, is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Michigan, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In Michigan, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Michigan, records 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

In March, in Michigan, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Michigan, during March, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

In Michigan, North Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Michigan, North Dakota, is 4.7h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Michigan, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average high temperature in March: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Michigan, ND

  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).