March weather forecast
Plainwell, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Plainwell, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Plainwell, Michigan, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Plainwell, during March, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Plainwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Plainwell. In March, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Plainwell, Michigan, there are 59.5 snowfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Plainwell, Michigan, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Plainwell, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:07 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Plainwell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Plainwell?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Plainwell?

In March, the average relative humidity in Plainwell, Michigan, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Plainwell in March?

In Plainwell, Michigan, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Plainwell?

In Plainwell, in March, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Plainwell have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Plainwell?

On the first day of March in Plainwell, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Plainwell?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Plainwell, Michigan, 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 Plainwell?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Plainwell is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Plainwell?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading 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 sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Plainwell, MI

Average temperature in March - Plainwell, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Plainwell, MI

Average pressure in March - Plainwell, 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
Plainwell, MI

Average wind speed in March - Plainwell, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Plainwell, MI

Average humidity in March - Plainwell, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Plainwell, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Plainwell, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Plainwell, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and October (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plainwell, MI

Average snowfall in March - Plainwell, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plainwell, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Plainwell, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainwell, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plainwell, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Plainwell, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Plainwell, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Plainwell, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Plainwell, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Plainwell, MI

Average visibility in March - Plainwell, 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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