March weather forecast
Ann Arbor, MI

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Weather in March

March represents a pivotal shift in Ann Arbor's weather patterns, as the region transitions from winter's chill to spring's milder conditions. Snowfall periods start to recede, with more sun-soaked hours, indicating the onset of brighter and warmer days. More rainfall is another distinguishing characteristic of March as it signals the arrival of spring showers. This transitionary period comes with a notable drop in the percentage of cloud cover, from 65% in February to 53% in March. It makes for sharper contrasts in weather conditions, from partly cloudy to bright, sunny skies at times.

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). In the month of March, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ann Arbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 18.82" (478mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ann Arbor, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45 snowfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Ann Arbor is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 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 March, the average sunshine in Ann Arbor is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Ann Arbor?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ann Arbor are 43°F (6.1°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Ann Arbor?

In Ann Arbor, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ann Arbor?

In Ann Arbor, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ann Arbor in March?

In March, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ann Arbor?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ann Arbor?

On the first day of March in Ann Arbor, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ann Arbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Ann Arbor is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average temperature in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ann Arbor, MI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average wind speed in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average humidity in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average rainfall in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average rainfall days in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average snowfall in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average snowfall days in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ann Arbor, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average sunshine days in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average UV index in March - Ann Arbor, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average cloud cover in March - Ann Arbor, MI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Ann Arbor, MI

Average visibility in March - Ann Arbor, 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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