March weather forecast
Saint Joseph, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Saint Joseph, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Saint Joseph's March weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). In March, Saint Joseph's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Saint Joseph is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Joseph, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160 days and collects up to 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Saint Joseph, during March, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.9 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Saint Joseph, Michigan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:11 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 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Saint Joseph is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Saint Joseph?

The high-temperature, in March, in Saint Joseph, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Saint Joseph?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Saint Joseph in March?

In Saint Joseph, Michigan, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Saint Joseph in March?

In Saint Joseph, Michigan, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Joseph have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Saint Joseph?

On the first day of March in Saint Joseph, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

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

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

In Saint Joseph, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Saint Joseph?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Joseph, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average temperature in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Saint Joseph, MI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average wind speed in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average humidity in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average rainfall in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average snowfall in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Joseph, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average UV index in March - Saint Joseph, 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
Saint Joseph, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Joseph, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Saint Joseph, MI

Average visibility in March - Saint Joseph, 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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