March weather forecast
Lake Orion, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lake Orion, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41°F (5°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

In Lake Orion, stepping into March brings a temperature increase, moving up from February's subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) to an icy 41°F (5°C). The average low-temperature during March nights is a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lake Orion, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.1 snowfall days, and 14.17" (360mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lake Orion, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 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

The average sunshine in March in Lake Orion is 5.6h.

UV index

In Lake Orion, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard 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:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Lake Orion, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Lake Orion, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:58 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake Orion is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average temperature in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Lake Orion, MI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lake Orion, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average humidity in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average rainfall in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average snowfall in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lake Orion, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average UV index in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Lake Orion, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Lake Orion, MI

Average visibility in March - Lake Orion, 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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