Detroit Weather in March
March in Detroit brings low temperatures around 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to -2°C (28°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 69 mm (2.7 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Detroit in March
Typically, you can expect about 11 days of snow/rain this month, with 69 mm (2.7 in) on average. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.
Temperature in Detroit in March
In March, Detroit sees low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights drop to around -2°C (28°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows of -2°C (28°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.
Sunshine in Detroit in March
The area enjoys a balanced 187 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Detroit. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Detroit Temperature in March
Min Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
69 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
69%
Sunshine
187 hours
Percentage Sunshine
50%
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Detroit typically rise from around 4°C (39°F) at the start of March to approximately 11°C (52°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -5°C (23°F) to 3°C (37°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather for Detroit in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Detroit spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Detroit historical weather extremes in March
Based on weather observations in Detroit between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.
- On March 22, 2012, temperatures climbed to 28°C (82°F), marking the warmest March day on record.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was -17°C (1°F) (March 3, 2014).
- The wettest March day on record brought 41 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation to Detroit (March 30, 2017).
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What to Wear in Detroit in March
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Detroit in March. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the monthWhat To Do in Detroit in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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