March weather forecast
Sterling, MI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sterling, is a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

As Sterling, Michigan, transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in February to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is experienced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sterling, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.8 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Sterling, during March, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.2 snowfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Sterling is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Sterling, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 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 Sterling, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sterling is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Sterling?

In Sterling, in March, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sterling?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Sterling?

In Sterling, in March, during 9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sterling in March?

In Sterling, during March, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Sterling?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sterling?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Sterling is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Sterling?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sterling, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sterling, MI

Average temperature in March - Sterling, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Sterling, MI

Average pressure in March - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MI

Average wind speed in March - Sterling, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Sterling, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Sterling, MI

Average rainfall in March - Sterling, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, September and November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Sterling, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Sterling, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sterling, MI

Average snowfall in March - Sterling, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sterling, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Sterling, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sterling, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Sterling, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sterling, MI

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sterling, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Sterling, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Sterling, MI

Average visibility in March - Sterling, 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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