March weather forecast
East Lansing, MI

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Weather in March

March ushers in the arrival of spring in East Lansing, paving the way for warmer days. Significant shifts in weather conditions are evident when compared to February. More visible are the increased daylight hours, appreciably longer than in the preceding winter months. Relative humidity drops, while a surge in temperature is felt as winter cedes to the warmer influence of spring. It is still advisable to hold on to warm clothing due to occasional unpredictable cold spells.

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from February's freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). During March, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In East Lansing, Michigan, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In East Lansing, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In East Lansing, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Lansing are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.4 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In East Lansing, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:03 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 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in East Lansing is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in East Lansing during March?

During March, East Lansing experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in East Lansing?

In East Lansing, Michigan, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does East Lansing have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in East Lansing?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in East Lansing, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does East Lansing have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in East Lansing, Michigan, is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in East Lansing?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in East Lansing is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
East Lansing, MI

Average temperature in March - East Lansing, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
East Lansing, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
East Lansing, MI

Average wind speed in March - East Lansing, 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 months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
East Lansing, MI

Average humidity in March - East Lansing, 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 (77%).

Average rainfall in March
East Lansing, MI

Average rainfall in March - East Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
East Lansing, MI

Average rainfall days in March - East Lansing, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Lansing, MI

Average snowfall in March - East Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Lansing, MI

Average snowfall days in March - East Lansing, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
East Lansing, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Lansing, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Lansing, MI

Average sunshine days in March - East Lansing, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
East Lansing, MI

Average UV index in March - East Lansing, 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
East Lansing, MI

Average cloud cover in March - East Lansing, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
East Lansing, MI

Average visibility in March - East Lansing, 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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