March weather forecast
Sentinel Butte, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

As Sentinel Butte welcomes March, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct rise, moving from a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 27°F (-2.8°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Sentinel Butte, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

January, March and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sentinel Butte. In March, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sentinel Butte, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.2 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sentinel Butte, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Sentinel Butte, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Sentinel Butte is 6.8h.

UV index

In Sentinel Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sentinel Butte in March?

March temperatures in Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sentinel Butte?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

What is the driest month in Sentinel Butte?

January, March and November are months with the least rain in Sentinel Butte when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Sentinel Butte in March?

In Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Sentinel Butte?

In March, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sentinel Butte have in March?

The average day length in March in Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sentinel Butte?

On the first day of March in Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sentinel Butte, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Sentinel Butte have in March?

In Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Sentinel Butte?

In Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average temperature in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average pressure in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average wind speed in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average humidity in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average rainfall in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average snowfall in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Sentinel Butte, ND

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average UV index in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in March
Sentinel Butte, ND

Average visibility in March - Sentinel Butte, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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