March weather forecast
Macatawa, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Macatawa, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.8°F (4.9°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

March signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). Macatawa records an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Macatawa, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Macatawa, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.5 snowfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Macatawa is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 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

In March, the average sunshine in Macatawa is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Macatawa is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. 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. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Macatawa?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Macatawa, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Macatawa?

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

How much does it rain in Macatawa in March?

In Macatawa, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Macatawa in March?

In Macatawa, Michigan, during March, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Macatawa have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Macatawa?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Macatawa, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Macatawa?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Macatawa, 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 Macatawa have in March?

In Macatawa, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Macatawa?

In Macatawa, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Macatawa, MI

Average temperature in March - Macatawa, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Macatawa, MI

Average pressure in March - Macatawa, 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
Macatawa, MI

Average wind speed in March - Macatawa, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Macatawa, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Macatawa, MI

Average rainfall in March - Macatawa, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Macatawa, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Macatawa, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Macatawa, MI

Average snowfall in March - Macatawa, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Macatawa, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Macatawa, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 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
Macatawa, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Macatawa, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Macatawa, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Macatawa, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Macatawa, MI

Average UV index in March - Macatawa, 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
Macatawa, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Macatawa, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Macatawa, MI

Average visibility in March - Macatawa, 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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