March weather forecastAndover, MN
March
Weather in March
March experiences significant weather changes as Andover transitions from winter to spring. Notably, the temperature ranges from 24.8°F (-4°C) to 38.8°F (3.8°C), providing a more accommodating environment for outdoor activities. The snowfall decreases, while the number of sunlight hours shows appreciable increase. March also witnesses a return of the rain, albeit in limited quantity. Wind speeds remain consistent with past months, ensuring no drastic changes in wind chill.Temperature
With the onset of March, Andover's weather experiences a distinct temperature rise, moving from a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in February to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). Throughout March, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 24.8°F (-4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Andover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.8 days and collects up to 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Andover, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Andover, during the entire year, snow falls for 55 days and aggregates up to 20.43" (519mm) of snow.Daylight
In Andover, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Andover, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Andover, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Andover, 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
Andover, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Andover, MN
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Andover, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Andover, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Andover, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Andover, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Andover, MN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Andover, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Andover, 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
Andover, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Andover, 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).
