March weather forecast
Shaftsburg, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Shaftsburg, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Shaftsburg's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from February's subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). In Shaftsburg, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are March and November Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:02 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 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are March and November Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Shaftsburg, in March, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shaftsburg have in March?

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 7:11 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shaftsburg, 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 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Shaftsburg, MI

Average temperature in March - Shaftsburg, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Shaftsburg, MI

Average pressure in March - Shaftsburg, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shaftsburg, MI

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

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
Shaftsburg, MI

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Shaftsburg, MI

Average rainfall in March - Shaftsburg, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Shaftsburg, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Shaftsburg, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shaftsburg, MI

Average snowfall in March - Shaftsburg, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shaftsburg, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Shaftsburg, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

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
Shaftsburg, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Shaftsburg, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shaftsburg, MI

Average UV index in March - Shaftsburg, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Shaftsburg, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Shaftsburg, MI

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

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

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