March weather forecast
Ithaca, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ithaca, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and max 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). During the month of March, Ithaca experiences a steady low-temperature average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ithaca, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ithaca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 22.48" (571mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ithaca, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.5 days and aggregates up to 19.65" (499mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:04 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 Ithaca, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In March, in Ithaca, the average high-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Ithaca, Michigan, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March in Ithaca is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:04 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 Ithaca have in March?

In Ithaca, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Ithaca?

In Ithaca, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ithaca, MI

Average temperature in March - Ithaca, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°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 (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Ithaca, MI

Average pressure in March - Ithaca, 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
Ithaca, MI

Average wind speed in March - Ithaca, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Ithaca, MI

Average humidity in March - Ithaca, 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
Ithaca, MI

Average rainfall in March - Ithaca, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Ithaca, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Ithaca, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ithaca, MI

Average snowfall in March - Ithaca, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ithaca, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Ithaca, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ithaca, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ithaca, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Ithaca, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ithaca, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ithaca, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Ithaca, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Ithaca, MI

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

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

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