Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in March
In March, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore averages a high of 38°F and a low of 23°F, with 2.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 12.6 inches of snowfall. About 21,000 people visit, the 8th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 11 hours 46 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 38° / 23°F
- Precipitation
- 2.0in
- Snow
- 12.6in
- Daylight
- 11h 46m
- Visitors
- 21,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: July (very busy) and August (very busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Northport 2W, MI, 17.9 miles from the park's center, 746 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in March
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isle Royale National Park | 34° / 13° | Few or no visits | Cold |
| Indiana Dunes National Park | 46° / 30° | Quiet | Cool |
| Cuyahoga Valley National Park | 46° / 25° | Moderate | Cool |
| Voyageurs National Park | 35° / 10° | Quiet | Cold |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 56° / 36° | Moderate | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on nps.gov
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