March weather forecast
Oak Park, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Oak Park, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Oak Park's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in March average to a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Oak Park, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Oak Park, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oak Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Oak Park, during March, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:58 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 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Oak Park, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oak Park have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:58 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 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Oak Park, MI

Average temperature in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Oak Park, MI

Average pressure in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oak Park, MI

Average wind speed in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Oak Park, MI

Average humidity in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Oak Park, MI

Average rainfall in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Oak Park, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oak Park, MI

Average snowfall in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oak Park, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oak Park, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oak Park, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Oak Park, MI

Average UV index in March - Oak Park, 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
Oak Park, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Oak Park, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Oak Park, MI

Average visibility in March - Oak Park, 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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