March weather forecast
Grand Rapids, OH

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand Rapids, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.3°F (7.4°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Grand Rapids experiences an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Grand Rapids is 76%.

Rainfall

In Grand Rapids, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grand Rapids, Ohio, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.7 days and collects up to 28.39" (721mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Grand Rapids. In Grand Rapids, Ohio, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grand Rapids, there are 52.6 snowfall days, and 15.87" (403mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Grand Rapids, Ohio, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Grand Rapids, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Grand Rapids, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Grand Rapids in March?

Grand Rapids in March has an average high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Grand Rapids?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Grand Rapids in March?

In Grand Rapids, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Grand Rapids?

In Grand Rapids, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Rapids have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Grand Rapids?

On the first day of March in Grand Rapids, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

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

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 Grand Rapids have in March?

In Grand Rapids, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Grand Rapids?

In Grand Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average temperature in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average pressure in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average wind speed in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average humidity in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average rainfall in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average snowfall in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average UV index in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Grand Rapids, OH

Average visibility in March - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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