March weather forecast
Petersburg, MI

Share

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Petersburg, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of March, the average high-temperature transitions from an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Petersburg's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.8 days and collects up to 16.18" (411mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Petersburg, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Petersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 43 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Petersburg, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

In Petersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature during March is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Petersburg, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day 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 7:08 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:59 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
Petersburg, MI

Average temperature in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Petersburg, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Petersburg, MI

Average wind speed in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Petersburg, MI

Average humidity in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Petersburg, MI

Average rainfall in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Petersburg, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Petersburg, MI

Average snowfall in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Petersburg, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Petersburg, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Petersburg, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Petersburg, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Petersburg, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Petersburg, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Petersburg, MI

Average visibility in March - Petersburg, 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).

Petersburg, Michigan, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location