March weather forecast
Battle Creek, MI

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A chapel house in the somber setting of clean lawns and scenic trees in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Battle Creek, Michigan
A chapel house in the somber setting of clean lawns and scenic trees in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Battle Creek, Michigan

Weather in March

March signals the welcoming transition from winter to spring in Battle Creek, accompanied by a significant shift in weather patterns. Notable, the average temperature increases, with the high reaching 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the low coming up to 27.9°F (-2.3°C). Rainfall becomes the dominant form of precipitation, replacing the snowy scenarios of the previous months. The extended hours of daylight brought by the Spring Equinox bring a delightful increase in sunshine. Cooler weather persists in early mornings and late evenings, while afternoons become pleasantly mild.

Temperature

In Battle Creek, stepping into March brings a temperature increase, moving up from February's freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). An average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is observed in Battle Creek during the March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Battle Creek, there are 141.9 rainfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Battle Creek are January through May, October through December. In Battle Creek, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Battle Creek, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Battle Creek 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, 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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 maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Battle Creek during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Battle Creek, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Battle Creek?

The average relative humidity in March in Battle Creek is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Battle Creek?

In March, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Battle Creek in March?

In Battle Creek, Michigan, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Battle Creek?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Battle Creek?

In March, 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 the month, in Battle Creek, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Battle Creek?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Battle Creek is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average temperature in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average pressure in March - Battle Creek, 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
Battle Creek, MI

Average wind speed in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average humidity in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average rainfall in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average snowfall in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Battle Creek, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average UV index in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Battle Creek, MI

Average visibility in March - Battle Creek, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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