March weather forecast
Sparta, MI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Sparta, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in February to a wintry 41°F (5°C). Sparta's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Sparta, Michigan, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sparta, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sparta, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 26.69" (678mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sparta. In Sparta, in March, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.9 snowfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Sparta is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:08 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 Sparta, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In Sparta, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Sparta in March?

Sparta in March has an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sparta?

In March, the average relative humidity in Sparta is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sparta?

In March, in Sparta, Michigan, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Sparta?

In Sparta, during March, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sparta have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sparta?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Sparta, Michigan, is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Sparta?

In Sparta, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sparta, MI

Average temperature in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Sparta, MI

Average pressure in March - Sparta, 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
Sparta, MI

Average wind speed in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Sparta, MI

Average humidity in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Sparta, MI

Average rainfall in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Sparta, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sparta, MI

Average snowfall in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sparta, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sparta, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sparta, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Sparta, MI

Average UV index in March - Sparta, MI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sparta, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Sparta, MI

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

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

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