March weather forecast
Grand Haven, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand Haven, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.2°F (4°C) and min 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Grand Haven, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Grand Haven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:10 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 Grand Haven, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 39.2°F (4°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Grand Haven, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Grand Haven, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Grand Haven?

In Grand Haven, 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 7:19 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:10 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 Grand Haven have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average temperature in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average pressure in March - Grand Haven, 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
Grand Haven, MI

Average wind speed in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average humidity in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average rainfall in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average snowfall in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Haven, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average UV index in March - Grand Haven, 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
Grand Haven, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Grand Haven, MI

Average visibility in March - Grand Haven, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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