March weather forecast
Merritt, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Merritt, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) in February to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). An average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Merritt, in March, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Merritt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Merritt, Michigan, are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. In Merritt, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.1 days and aggregates up to 32.91" (836mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:06 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 5.1h.

UV index

In Merritt, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Merritt, is 37.6°F (3.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Merritt, in March, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Merritt have in March?

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 7:15 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:06 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Merritt, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Merritt, MI

Average temperature in March - Merritt, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Merritt, MI

Average pressure in March - Merritt, 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
Merritt, MI

Average wind speed in March - Merritt, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Merritt, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Merritt, MI

Average rainfall in March - Merritt, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Merritt, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Merritt, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Merritt, MI

Average snowfall in March - Merritt, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Merritt, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Merritt, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merritt, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Merritt, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Merritt, MI

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

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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Merritt, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Merritt, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Merritt, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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