March weather forecast
Minot, ND

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Weather in March

March is a month of metamorphosis in Minot, the bitter winter slowly gives way to the mildness of spring. A significant increase in daylight hours and temperatures can be observed. Most notably, the average high soars to 35.1°F (1.7°C) from 19°F (-7.2°C) in February, signaling the retreat of severe cold. Retention of fairly high humidity at about an 83% mark, prevents the climate from drying out completely. In this transitionary phase, the days slowly stretch out and the city thaws, ushering in the refreshing aura of spring.

Temperature

March is characterized by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's freezing cold 19°F (-7.2°C) to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). Minot throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Minot, during March, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Minot, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Minot, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in Minot, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:14 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 Minot, North Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

In Minot, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during March morphs into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Minot in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Minot, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Minot?

In March, the average relative humidity in Minot is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Minot?

In Minot, in March, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Minot?

In Minot, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Minot?

The average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Minot?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

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

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 Minot have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Minot is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Minot?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Minot is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Minot, ND

Average temperature in March - Minot, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Minot, ND

Average pressure in March - Minot, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Minot, ND

Average wind speed in March - Minot, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Minot, ND

Average humidity in March - Minot, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in March
Minot, ND

Average rainfall in March - Minot, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Minot, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Minot, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Minot, ND

Average snowfall in March - Minot, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Minot, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Minot, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 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
Minot, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Minot, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Minot, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Minot, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Minot, ND

Average UV index in March - Minot, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Minot, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Minot, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Minot, ND

Average visibility in March - Minot, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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