March weather forecast
Leland, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Leland, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Leland's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) in February to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). The temperature during March sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Leland, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Leland, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Leland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Leland. In Leland, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Leland, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.4 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: When swimming, this condition is immediately life-threatening. Loss of control over breathing occurs instantly, impairing clear thought. It is vital to wear a specialized swimsuit to prevent thermal loss.

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 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:23 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

The average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. 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. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Leland, is 34°F (1.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Leland is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Leland, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What month is the ocean coldest?

With an average ocean temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C), March is the month with the coldest seawater.

What is the water temperature in March?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Leland is 34.3°F (1.3°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 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 Leland have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Leland is 5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Leland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Leland, MI

Average temperature in March - Leland, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Leland, MI

Average pressure in March - Leland, 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
Leland, MI

Average wind speed in March - Leland, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Leland, MI

Average humidity in March - Leland, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Leland, MI

Average rainfall in March - Leland, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June and October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Leland, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Leland, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Leland, MI

Average snowfall in March - Leland, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Leland, MI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Leland, MI

Average sea temperature in March - Leland, MI
  • Average sea temperature in March: 34.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (34.3°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Leland, MI
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Leland, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Leland, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Leland, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Leland, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Leland, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Leland, MI

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

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

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