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
With the beginning of March, Afton's average high-temperature experiences a significant increase, moving from a freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in February to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout the month of March, Afton expects an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In Afton, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Afton are January through May, October through December. In Afton, in March, during 9.3 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Afton, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 22.4" (569mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Afton, Minnesota, is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Afton, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:38 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 in Afton is 4.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Afton in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Afton?
How many days does it rain in March in Afton?
How much does it snow in Afton in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Afton?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Afton?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Afton?
How long on average sun shines in March in Afton?
What is the UV index reading in March in Afton?
Average temperature in March
Afton, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 38.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.3°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 (6.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Afton, 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
Afton, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Afton, MN
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Afton, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in March
Afton, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Afton, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 2.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Afton, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Afton, 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: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Afton, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Afton, 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
Afton, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Afton, 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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