March weather forecast
East Tawas, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in East Tawas, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

As East Tawas enters March, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) of February to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). An average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in East Tawas is 80%.

Rainfall

In East Tawas, in March, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Tawas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.8 days and collects up to 12.56" (319mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Tawas, during March, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.9 snowfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).
Note: In swimming situations, this is a grave threat to life. The intense coldness of the water triggers extreme discomfort and rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:00 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 5.2h.

UV index

In East Tawas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In East Tawas, 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In East Tawas, in March, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest?

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the water temperature in March?

In East Tawas, the average seawater temperature in March is 32.5°F (0.3°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.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 8:00 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 many hours of sunshine does East Tawas have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in East Tawas?

In East Tawas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
East Tawas, MI

Average temperature in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in March
East Tawas, MI

Average pressure in March - East Tawas, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
East Tawas, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
East Tawas, MI

Average humidity in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in March
East Tawas, MI

Average rainfall in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
East Tawas, MI

Average rainfall days in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Tawas, MI

Average snowfall in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Tawas, MI

Average snowfall days in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
East Tawas, MI

Average sea temperature in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average sea temperature in March: 32.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (32.6°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Tawas, MI

Average sunshine days in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
East Tawas, MI

Average UV index in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
East Tawas, MI

Average cloud cover in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
East Tawas, MI

Average visibility in March - East Tawas, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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