March weather forecast
Benzonia, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Benzonia, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The coming of March brings a minor shift in Benzonia's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). March sees a slight dip to an average low temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Benzonia, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Benzonia, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Benzonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.1 days and collects up to 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. In Benzonia, during the entire year, snow falls for 46 days and aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Benzonia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:11 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 Benzonia, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In Benzonia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Benzonia?

In Benzonia, 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Benzonia is 80%.

How much does it rain in Benzonia in March?

In Benzonia, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Benzonia, in March, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Benzonia have in March?

In Benzonia, Michigan, 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 7:20 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:11 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 Benzonia have in March?

In Benzonia, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Benzonia, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Benzonia, MI

Average wind speed in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Benzonia, MI

Average humidity in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Benzonia, MI

Average rainfall in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Benzonia, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Benzonia, MI

Average snowfall in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Benzonia, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Benzonia, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and May (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Benzonia, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Benzonia, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Benzonia, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Benzonia, MI

Average visibility in March - Benzonia, 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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