March weather forecast
Columbia Heights, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Columbia Heights, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°F (3.8°C) and min 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C) in February to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). During March, the nighttime temperature in Columbia Heights averages of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Columbia Heights is 81%.

Rainfall

In Columbia Heights, during March, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Columbia Heights, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Columbia Heights. In Columbia Heights, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Columbia Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.3 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbia Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Columbia Heights, 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 in Columbia Heights is 5h.

UV index

In Columbia Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Columbia Heights in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, are 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Columbia Heights?

The average relative humidity in March in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Columbia Heights in March?

In Columbia Heights, Minnesota, during March, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Columbia Heights?

In Columbia Heights, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Columbia Heights?

In March, the average day length in Columbia Heights is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Columbia Heights?

On the first day of March in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, 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.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, 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 Columbia Heights have in March?

In Columbia Heights, the average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Columbia Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Columbia Heights is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average temperature in March - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°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 (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Columbia Heights, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average wind speed in March - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average humidity in March - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average rainfall in March - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average snowfall in March - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Columbia Heights, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Columbia Heights, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Columbia Heights, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average UV index in March - Columbia Heights, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Columbia Heights, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Columbia Heights, MN

Average visibility in March - Columbia Heights, 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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