March weather forecast
Riverdale, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Riverdale, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average high of 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). An average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is recorded during the nights in March in Riverdale.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Riverdale, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.3 rainfall days, and 22.48" (571mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Riverdale, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Riverdale, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.5 days and aggregates up to 19.65" (499mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Riverdale, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:05 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 Riverdale, Michigan, is 5.5h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Riverdale, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Riverdale, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Riverdale have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Riverdale have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Riverdale is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Riverdale, MI

Average temperature in March - Riverdale, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Riverdale, MI

Average pressure in March - Riverdale, 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
Riverdale, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Riverdale, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Riverdale, MI

Average rainfall in March - Riverdale, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Riverdale, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Riverdale, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Riverdale, MI

Average snowfall in March - Riverdale, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Riverdale, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Riverdale, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Riverdale, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Riverdale, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Riverdale, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Riverdale, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Riverdale, MI

Average visibility in March - Riverdale, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September and December (5mi).

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