March weather forecast
Southgate, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Southgate, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). During March, Southgate records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Southgate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.5 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Southgate, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Southgate, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Southgate, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

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 leads to these instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Southgate during March?

In March, in Southgate, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Southgate have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Southgate have in March?

In Southgate, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Southgate, MI

Average temperature in March - Southgate, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Southgate, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Southgate, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Southgate, MI

Average humidity in March - Southgate, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Southgate, MI

Average rainfall in March - Southgate, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Southgate, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Southgate, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Southgate, MI

Average snowfall in March - Southgate, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Southgate, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Southgate, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Southgate, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Southgate, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Southgate, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Southgate, MI

Average UV index in March - Southgate, 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
Southgate, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Southgate, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Southgate, MI

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

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

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