Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) is observed in Traverse City.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Traverse City is 82%.Rainfall
In Traverse City, Michigan, during March, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Traverse City, Michigan, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Traverse City, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Traverse City, there are 62.8 snowfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: In swimming situations, this is a grave threat to life. The intense coldness of the water triggers extreme discomfort and rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to mitigate thermal damage.
Daylight
In Traverse City, Michigan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:09 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 Traverse City, the average sunshine in March is 5h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Traverse City. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is March in Traverse City?
What is the average humidity in March in Traverse City?
How much does it rain in Traverse City in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Traverse City?
What are the months with the coldest ocean in Traverse City?
What is the ocean temperature in March in Traverse City?
What is the average length of the day in March in Traverse City?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Traverse City?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Traverse City?
How long on average sun shines in March in Traverse City?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Traverse City?
What is the UV index reading in March in Traverse City?
Average temperature in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 35.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Traverse City, 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
Traverse City, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 1.26"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and November (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average sea temperature in March: 35.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.4°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Traverse City, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average UV index in March: 1
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, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Traverse City, MI
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Traverse City, 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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