March weather forecast
Chelsea, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Chelsea, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Chelsea, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Chelsea, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chelsea, Michigan, are January through May, October through December. In Chelsea, Michigan, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chelsea, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 18.58" (472mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:01 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 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chelsea, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Chelsea in March?

In Chelsea, in March, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chelsea?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Chelsea in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chelsea in March?

In Chelsea, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Chelsea?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Chelsea?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Chelsea, MI

Average temperature in March - Chelsea, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°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 (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°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
Chelsea, MI

Average pressure in March - Chelsea, 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
Chelsea, MI

Average wind speed in March - Chelsea, 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
Chelsea, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Chelsea, MI

Average rainfall in March - Chelsea, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Chelsea, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Chelsea, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chelsea, MI

Average snowfall in March - Chelsea, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chelsea, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Chelsea, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chelsea, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chelsea, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Chelsea, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Chelsea, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Chelsea, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Chelsea, MI

Average visibility in March - Chelsea, 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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