March weather forecast
Plainview, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Plainview, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

Plainview, Minnesota, sees a considerable increase in average high-temperatures during March, surging from a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in February to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). In the month of March, Plainview experiences an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Plainview is 83%.

Rainfall

In Plainview, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.4 rainfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plainview are January through May, October through December. In Plainview, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Plainview, there are 52.8 snowfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Plainview is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Plainview, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Plainview, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Plainview is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Plainview?

During March, Plainview experiences an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plainview?

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

How much does it rain in Plainview in March?

In Plainview, Minnesota, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Plainview?

In Plainview, Minnesota, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Plainview is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Plainview?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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 Plainview have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Plainview, Minnesota, is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Plainview?

In Plainview, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Plainview, MN

Average temperature in March - Plainview, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Plainview, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Plainview, MN

Average wind speed in March - Plainview, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Plainview, MN

Average humidity in March - Plainview, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Plainview, MN

Average rainfall in March - Plainview, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Plainview, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Plainview, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plainview, MN

Average snowfall in March - Plainview, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plainview, MN

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainview, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plainview, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Plainview, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Plainview, MN

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Plainview, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Plainview, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Plainview, MN

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

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

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