March weather forecast
Athens, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Athens, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

Athens in March shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). The low-temperature average for Athens during March stands at a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Athens is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Athens, Michigan. In Athens, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.9 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Athens, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:05 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 Athens is 5.6h.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Athens?

The high-temperature, in March, in Athens, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Athens?

In Athens, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Athens?

In Athens, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Athens in March?

In Athens, Michigan, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Athens?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Athens?

On the first day of March in Athens, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Athens, 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 Athens have in March?

In Athens, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Athens?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Athens is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Athens, MI

Average temperature in March - Athens, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Athens, MI

Average pressure in March - Athens, 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).

Average wind speed in March
Athens, MI

Average wind speed in March - Athens, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Athens, MI

Average humidity in March - Athens, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Athens, MI

Average rainfall in March - Athens, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Athens, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Athens, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Athens, MI

Average snowfall in March - Athens, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Athens, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Athens, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Athens, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Athens, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Athens, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Athens, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Athens, MI

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Athens, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Athens, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Athens, MI

Average visibility in March - Athens, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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