March weather forecast
South Branch, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in South Branch, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C). South Branch experiences an average nighttime temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In South Branch, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Branch, there are 136.5 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Branch, during March, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In South Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.9 days and aggregates up to 28.27" (718mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In South Branch, 37.8°F (3.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In South Branch, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In South Branch, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In South Branch, Michigan, in March, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March in South Branch is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 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, 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 South Branch have 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
South Branch, MI

Average temperature in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
South Branch, MI

Average pressure in March - South Branch, 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
South Branch, MI

Average wind speed in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
South Branch, MI

Average humidity in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in March
South Branch, MI

Average rainfall in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
South Branch, MI

Average rainfall days in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
South Branch, MI

Average snowfall in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
South Branch, MI

Average snowfall days in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Branch, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Branch, MI

Average sunshine days in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
South Branch, MI

Average UV index in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
South Branch, MI

Average cloud cover in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
South Branch, MI

Average visibility in March - South Branch, MI
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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