March weather forecast
Saginaw, MI

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Weather in March

The transition from winter to spring takes full force in March, with a decided increase in average temperature. March marks significant backlight with sunshine hours surging to 5.2. The city begins to shrug off the winter blanket, gearing towards a warmer environment. Blossoms start becoming prominent, symbolizing the arrival of a gentler spring season. Residents exchange their thick coats for lighter layers, rejoicing in the season's promise of renewal.

Temperature

In Saginaw, the average high-temperature in March rises, from a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February, to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). An average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is common during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Saginaw, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Saginaw, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Saginaw, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.6 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Saginaw, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

In Saginaw, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Saginaw, in March, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Saginaw, 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 7:10 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:01 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 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Saginaw, MI

Average temperature in March - Saginaw, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Saginaw, MI

Average pressure in March - Saginaw, 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
Saginaw, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Saginaw, MI

Average humidity in March - Saginaw, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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

Average rainfall in March
Saginaw, MI

Average rainfall in March - Saginaw, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Saginaw, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Saginaw, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saginaw, MI

Average snowfall in March - Saginaw, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saginaw, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Saginaw, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 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
Saginaw, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saginaw, 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 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saginaw, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Saginaw, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Saginaw, MI

Average UV index in March - Saginaw, 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
Saginaw, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Saginaw, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Saginaw, MI

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

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

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