Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The beginning of March in Grand Rapids signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Grand Rapids, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.5 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Grand Rapids, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:08 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
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Grand Rapids, 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 Rapids, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grand Rapids, 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 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, 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 Rapids, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
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