March weather forecast
Norton Shores, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Norton Shores, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.2°F (4°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). The temperature in Norton Shores dips to an average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Norton Shores, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Norton Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.4 days and collects up to 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Norton Shores are January through April, October through December. In Norton Shores, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Norton Shores, there are 60.4 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

The average sunshine in March in Norton Shores is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Norton Shores?

In Norton Shores, 39.2°F (4°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Norton Shores is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Norton Shores, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Norton Shores, in March, during 6.4 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Norton Shores have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Norton Shores?

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, sunrise is at 7:27 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 in Norton Shores, 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 Norton Shores have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average pressure in March - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average wind speed in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average humidity in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average rainfall in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average snowfall in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Norton Shores, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average UV index in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Norton Shores, MI

Average visibility in March - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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