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 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
In March, the meteorological conditions in Grand Rapids change with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Grand Rapids is 77%.Rainfall
March is the month with the least rainfall in Grand Rapids. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, in Grand Rapids, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.5 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day 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 March, the average sunshine in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in March in Grand Rapids?
What is the driest month in Grand Rapids?
How much does it rain in Grand Rapids in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Grand Rapids?
How many hours of daylight does Grand Rapids have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Grand Rapids?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Grand Rapids?
How long on average sun shines in March in Grand Rapids?
What is the UV index reading in March in Grand Rapids?
Average temperature in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average high temperature in March: 42.1°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 (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Grand Rapids, 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
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
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
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall in March: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall in March: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grand Rapids, 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 3min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Grand Rapids, MI
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Grand Rapids, 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
Grand Rapids, MI
- 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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