March weather forecast
Ionia, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ionia, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). In Ionia, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.7 rainfall days, and 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ionia, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.6 snowfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:05 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 Ionia, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

In Ionia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Ionia, records 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ionia is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ionia, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Ionia?

In March, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ionia have 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 7:14 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:05 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 Ionia, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Ionia, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

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 hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ionia, MI

Average temperature in March - Ionia, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ionia, MI

Average pressure in March - Ionia, 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
Ionia, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ionia, MI

Average humidity in March - Ionia, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Ionia, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Ionia, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Ionia, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ionia, MI

Average snowfall in March - Ionia, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ionia, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Ionia, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ionia, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ionia, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Ionia, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Ionia, MI

Average UV index in March - Ionia, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ionia, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Ionia, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Ionia, MI

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

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

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