March weather forecast
Forest Lake, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Forest Lake, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C) in February to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Forest Lake, there are 120.2 rainfall days, and 21.46" (545mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.9 snowfall days, and 22.28" (566mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:39 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 4.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Forest Lake during March?

The high-temperature during March is 37.9°F (3.3°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Forest Lake?

In Forest Lake, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Forest Lake?

In Forest Lake, during March, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Forest Lake?

In March, in Forest Lake, Minnesota, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Lake have in March?

The average day length in March in Forest Lake, Minnesota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Forest Lake?

On the first day of March in Forest Lake, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Forest Lake have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Forest Lake is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Forest Lake?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Forest Lake, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average temperature in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average pressure in March - Forest Lake, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average wind speed in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average humidity in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average rainfall in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average snowfall in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Forest Lake, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forest Lake, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average UV index in March - Forest Lake, 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
Forest Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Forest Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Forest Lake, MN

Average visibility in March - Forest Lake, 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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