March weather forecast
Detroit, MI

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The downtown city of Detroit, Michigan viewed from a bird
The downtown city of Detroit, Michigan viewed from a bird's eye angle

Weather in March

March brings a sigh of relief with warmer temperatures, reaching up to 41.7°F (5.4°C) during the day. There is a substantial decrease in snowfall compared to February, indicating a clear transition to spring. March suggests the end of the long and frigid winter nights in Detroit. The snow cover gradually recedes, revealing dormant vegetation awaiting spring's bloom. Increased rainfall contributes to faster plant growth and adds to the city's vibrancy.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Detroit's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from February's subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). Detroit experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Detroit, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Detroit, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Detroit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Detroit, during March, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.3 snowfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Detroit, the average seawater temperature in March is 33.4°F (0.8°C).
Note: When swimming, this state is excessively cold, posing a lethal risk. Absent the protection of insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia is likely to occur immediately.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:57 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In Detroit, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Detroit, is 41.7°F (5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Detroit, during March, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Detroit, the average seawater temperature in March is 33.4°F (0.8°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Detroit, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:57 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 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Detroit?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Detroit, MI

Average temperature in March - Detroit, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Detroit, MI

Average pressure in March - Detroit, 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
Detroit, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Detroit, MI

Average humidity in March - Detroit, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Detroit, MI

Average rainfall in March - Detroit, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Detroit, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Detroit, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Detroit, MI

Average snowfall in March - Detroit, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Detroit, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Detroit, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Detroit, MI

Average sea temperature in March - Detroit, MI
  • Average sea temperature in March: 33.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Detroit, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Detroit, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Detroit, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Detroit, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Detroit, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Detroit, MI

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

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

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