March weather forecast
Empire, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Empire, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). Throughout the nights in March, Empire experiences an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

February and March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Empire, in March, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 79.9 snowfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:11 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Empire, is 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February and March Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in March?

In Empire, Michigan, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Empire, during March, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:11 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 Empire, 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 Empire have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Empire, MI

Average temperature in March - Empire, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°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 February (19.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Empire, MI

Average pressure in March - Empire, 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
Empire, MI

Average wind speed in March - Empire, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Empire, MI

Average humidity in March - Empire, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

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

Average rainfall in March
Empire, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Empire, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Empire, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Empire, MI

Average snowfall in March - Empire, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Empire, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Empire, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Empire, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Empire, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Empire, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Empire, MI

Average UV index in March - Empire, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Empire, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Empire, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Empire, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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