March weather forecast
Brighton, MI

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Weather in March

Transitioning into March, an onset of warming begins in Brighton. Rain replaces the snow as the dominant form of precipitation, signaling the end of the winter solstice. It is observed that snowfall drops drastically to 1.65" (42mm) during this period. Trees start to bloom and grass begins to peek from beneath the receding snow, painting a picturesque image of the arrival of spring. With March, daylight saving time commences, increasing the length of day considerably.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Brighton's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). Brighton encounters an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.8 rainfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Brighton, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Brighton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Brighton, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In Brighton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Brighton, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Brighton, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:00 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Brighton, MI

Average temperature in March - Brighton, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.3°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 (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Brighton, MI

Average pressure in March - Brighton, 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
Brighton, MI

Average wind speed in March - Brighton, 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 (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Brighton, MI

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Brighton, MI

Average rainfall in March - Brighton, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Brighton, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Brighton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Brighton, MI

Average snowfall in March - Brighton, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Brighton, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Brighton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Brighton, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Brighton, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Brighton, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Brighton, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Brighton, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

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
Brighton, MI

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

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

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