March weather forecast
Lake Benton, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Lake Benton, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

Lake Benton in March showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in February to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). During March, Lake Benton records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Lake Benton is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lake Benton, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lake Benton, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lake Benton are January through May, October through December. In March, in Lake Benton, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lake Benton, Minnesota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Lake Benton, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:51 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 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lake Benton in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Lake Benton, is 40.5°F (4.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lake Benton?

In Lake Benton, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Lake Benton in March?

In Lake Benton, Minnesota, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

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

In Lake Benton, Minnesota, in March, during 8.9 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lake Benton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Lake Benton, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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

In Lake Benton, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Lake Benton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average temperature in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average pressure in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average wind speed in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average humidity in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average rainfall in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average snowfall in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Lake Benton, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average UV index in March - Lake Benton, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Lake Benton, MN

Average visibility in March - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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