March weather forecast
Clayton, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Clayton, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and max 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

As Clayton welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). In Clayton, an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is recorded during March nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March, April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Clayton, during March, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.9 rainfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 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 5.8h.

UV index

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Clayton, is 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are March, April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

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

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

In Clayton, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Clayton?

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Clayton, MI

Average temperature in March - Clayton, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Clayton, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clayton, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Clayton, MI

Average humidity in March - Clayton, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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

Average rainfall in March
Clayton, MI

Average rainfall in March - Clayton, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Clayton, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Clayton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clayton, MI

Average snowfall in March - Clayton, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clayton, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Clayton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clayton, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clayton, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Clayton, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Clayton, MI

Average UV index in March - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Clayton, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Clayton, MI

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

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

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