March weather forecast
River Rouge, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in River Rouge, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, River Rouge's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). An average temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In River Rouge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.5 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In River Rouge, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In River Rouge, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In River Rouge, in March, the average water temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.

Daylight

In River Rouge, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 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 5.8h.

UV index

In River Rouge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in River Rouge, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In River Rouge, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In River Rouge, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In River Rouge, the average day length in March 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 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in River Rouge, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 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 in River Rouge is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in March
River Rouge, MI

Average temperature in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°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 (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in March
River Rouge, MI

Average pressure in March - River Rouge, 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
River Rouge, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
River Rouge, MI

Average humidity in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
River Rouge, MI

Average rainfall in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
River Rouge, MI

Average rainfall days in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
River Rouge, MI

Average snowfall in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
River Rouge, MI

Average snowfall days in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
River Rouge, MI

Average sea temperature in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average sea temperature in March: 33.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
River Rouge, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - River Rouge, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
River Rouge, MI

Average sunshine days in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
River Rouge, MI

Average UV index in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
River Rouge, MI

Average cloud cover in March - River Rouge, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
River Rouge, MI

Average visibility in March - River Rouge, 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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