March weather forecast
East Grand Forks, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and max 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, East Grand Forks experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C) in February to a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C). East Grand Forks, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In East Grand Forks, during March, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In East Grand Forks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.3 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. In East Grand Forks, in March, during 8.9 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Grand Forks, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.6 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Grand Forks, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, in East Grand Forks, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:57 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 East Grand Forks, the average sunshine in March is 4.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in East Grand Forks?

In March, in East Grand Forks, the average high-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in East Grand Forks?

In March, the average relative humidity in East Grand Forks is 85%.

How much does it rain in East Grand Forks in March?

In East Grand Forks, in March, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in East Grand Forks in March?

In East Grand Forks, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Grand Forks have in March?

In East Grand Forks, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in East Grand Forks?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in East Grand Forks?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, 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 East Grand Forks?

In March, the average sunshine duration in East Grand Forks is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in East Grand Forks?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average temperature in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average pressure in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average wind speed in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average humidity in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

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Average rainfall in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average rainfall in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average rainfall days in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average snowfall in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average snowfall days in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.7 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
East Grand Forks, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average sunshine days in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average UV index in March - East Grand Forks, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average cloud cover in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
East Grand Forks, MN

Average visibility in March - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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