March weather forecast
Marquette, MI

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Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan
Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan

Weather in March

As winter gives way to spring, March sees considerable changes in Marquette's weather. The highest average temperature climbs significantly to 32.5°F (0.3°C), and the amount of daylight extends to nearly 12 hours. The snow begins to melt, and while there's still a good deal of overcast days, the change in season is palpable. March is a transitional month when the last vestiges of winter gradually fade, giving way to milder weather and longer days.

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C) in February to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). In Marquette, an average nighttime temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Marquette, during March, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Marquette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.1 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Marquette, during March, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow. In Marquette, during the entire year, snow falls for 113.9 days and aggregates up to 48.7" (1237mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Marquette, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 8:17 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 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 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 Marquette, is 32.5°F (0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Marquette, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Marquette, Michigan, in March, during 17.3 snowfall days, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 8:17 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 in Marquette?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Marquette is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Marquette, MI

Average temperature in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Marquette, MI

Average pressure in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Marquette, MI

Average wind speed in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Marquette, MI

Average humidity in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Marquette, MI

Average snowfall in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Marquette, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Marquette, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Marquette, MI

Average UV index in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 1

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

Average cloud cover in March
Marquette, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Marquette, MI

Average visibility in March - Marquette, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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