Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Witnessing a clear rise in March, the average high-temperature escalates from February's freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). During March, Prior Lake sees a mean low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Prior Lake is 82%.Rainfall
In Prior Lake, in March, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.2 rainfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Prior Lake, Minnesota. In Prior Lake, in March, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:40 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
In Prior Lake, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.UV index
In Prior Lake, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Prior Lake in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Prior Lake?
How many days does it rain in March in Prior Lake?
How many days does it snow in March in Prior Lake?
What is the average length of the day in March in Prior Lake?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Prior Lake?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Prior Lake?
How long on average sun shines in March in Prior Lake?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Prior Lake?
Average temperature in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 21 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Prior Lake, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Prior Lake, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Prior Lake, 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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