March weather forecast
Sault Ste. Marie, MI

March signifies the onset of spring in Sault Ste. Marie as temperatures start to increase. This period, while still cold, experiences less snowfall and slightly longer daylight hours. With snowfall down to 13.4" (340mm), winter slowly recedes, leaving behind remnants of its chilly grip. The rise in temperatures and longer days further inspire springtime activities. As the month ends, the city looks forward in anticipation of more sunshine and less snow.

Temperature

As Sault Ste. Marie welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in February to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). During March, the nighttime temperature in Sault Ste. Marie averages of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Rainfall

In March, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sault Ste. Marie, there are 162.9 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, are January through May, October through December. In Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, during March, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.39" (340mm) of snow. In Sault Ste. Marie, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.2 days and aggregates up to 120.39" (3058mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, are February through April, with an average ocean temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).
Note: In swimming situations, the extreme cold and danger can lead to fatality. Without the protection of insulated waterproof gear, hypothermia takes effect quickly.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Sault Ste. Marie is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Sault Ste. Marie, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:05 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 Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.