March weather forecast
Benton Heights, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Benton Heights, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a still wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Benton Heights records an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Benton Heights, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Benton Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 16.97" (431mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Benton Heights, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Benton Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.9 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Benton Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:10 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 is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Benton Heights, is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Benton Heights, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Benton Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average temperature in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average pressure in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average wind speed in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average humidity in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average rainfall in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average snowfall in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Benton Heights, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average UV index in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Benton Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Benton Heights, MI

Average visibility in March - Benton Heights, 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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