March weather forecast
Erie, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Erie, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C) in February to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Erie usually reports an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Erie, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Erie, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134 days and collects up to 15.08" (383mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Erie. In Erie, during March, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Erie, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Erie, Michigan, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 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 Erie, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Erie is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Erie during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Erie, Michigan, during March are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Erie?

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

How much does it rain in Erie in March?

In March, in Erie, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Erie in March?

In Erie, Michigan, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Erie have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Erie?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Erie, 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 Erie have in March?

In Erie, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Erie?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Erie is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Erie, MI

Average temperature in March - Erie, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Erie, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Erie, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Erie, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Erie, MI

Average rainfall in March - Erie, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Erie, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Erie, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Erie, MI

Average snowfall in March - Erie, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Erie, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Erie, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Erie, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Erie, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Erie, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Erie, MI

Average UV index in March - Erie, 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
Erie, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Erie, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Erie, MI

Average visibility in March - Erie, 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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