March weather forecast
Dakota, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Dakota, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.9°F (4.4°C) and min 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

As Dakota steps into March, a marked temperature rise is observed, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). Throughout March, Dakota encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Dakota is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dakota, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dakota, Minnesota, there are 137 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dakota, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.2 snowfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Dakota is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Dakota is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dakota is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Dakota?

In Dakota, in March, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dakota?

In Dakota, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dakota?

In Dakota, Minnesota, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dakota in March?

In March, in Dakota, Minnesota, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length in Dakota, Minnesota, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dakota?

On the first day of March in Dakota, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Dakota?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Dakota, Minnesota, is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Dakota?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dakota is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dakota, MN

Average temperature in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dakota, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Dakota, MN

Average wind speed in March - Dakota, 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 (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dakota, MN

Average humidity in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dakota, MN

Average rainfall in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dakota, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dakota, MN

Average snowfall in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dakota, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Dakota, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dakota, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dakota, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Dakota, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Dakota, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Dakota, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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