March weather forecast
Drayton Plains, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Drayton Plains, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Drayton Plains, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Drayton Plains, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Drayton Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.3 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Drayton Plains, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Drayton Plains, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Drayton Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Drayton Plains in March?

In Drayton Plains, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Drayton Plains, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Drayton Plains have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:58 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 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average temperature in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.2°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average pressure in March - Drayton Plains, 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
Drayton Plains, MI

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average humidity in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average rainfall in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average snowfall in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Drayton Plains, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average UV index in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Drayton Plains, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Drayton Plains, MI

Average visibility in March - Drayton Plains, 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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