March weather forecastElk River, MN
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Elk River, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).Temperature
The arrival of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C) in February to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). Elk River, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Elk River is 82%.Rainfall
In Elk River, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Elk River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elk River, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Elk River, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 19.37" (492mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Elk River, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Elk River is 5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Elk River, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 37.9°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: 24.4°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 (6.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Elk River, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Elk River, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Elk River, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Elk River, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in March
Elk River, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Elk River, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Elk River, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elk River, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Elk River, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Elk River, 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
Elk River, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Elk River, 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).
