Normal weather for Michigan in March
It's cold in March in Michigan with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -1°C to a high of 8°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -13°C and -1°C.
In March, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 24 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Michigan in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
4°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
8°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
-1°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
46 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
24 cm | 7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
10 days | 4 days | |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Michigan with really cold temps, averaging around 2°C during the day and nights dipping to about -8°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 5°C, with nights around -5°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Michigan is around 6°C, while nighttime temps are about -3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Daily Temperature in March in Michigan
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Michigan, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Michigan
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Michigan, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Michigan.
Daily Snowfall in March in Michigan
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Michigan, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV Index in March in Michigan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Michigan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Michigan Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Michigan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in March in Michigan Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Michigan, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Michigan per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Michigan, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in March for Michigan
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Michigan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Michigan by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Michigan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
