March weather forecast
Dayton, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Dayton, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in March, moving up from a freezing cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C) in February to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). An average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Dayton is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dayton, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 19.37" (492mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Dayton, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dayton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Dayton during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Dayton, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dayton?

In March, the average relative humidity in Dayton is 82%.

How much does it rain in Dayton in March?

In Dayton, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dayton in March?

In Dayton, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in March?

In Dayton, Minnesota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dayton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Dayton, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Dayton?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Dayton is 5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Dayton?

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dayton, MN

Average temperature in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dayton, MN

Average pressure in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Dayton, MN

Average wind speed in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dayton, MN

Average humidity in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dayton, MN

Average rainfall in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dayton, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dayton, MN

Average snowfall in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dayton, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dayton, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dayton, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dayton, MN

Average UV index in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Dayton, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Dayton, MN

Average visibility in March - Dayton, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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