March weather forecastIndependence, MN
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Independence, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).Temperature
Independence's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in February to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). During March, Independence records an average temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) at night.Humidity
In Independence, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Independence, during March, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Independence, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.7 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 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 is 5.1h.UV index
In Independence, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. 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. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Independence, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.2°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 (7.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Independence, MN
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Independence, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Independence, MN
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Independence, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Independence, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Independence, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Independence, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Independence, 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 6min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Independence, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Independence, 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
Independence, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Independence, 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).
