March weather forecastPelican Rapids, MN
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Pelican Rapids, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).Temperature
With the onset of March, Pelican Rapids's weather experiences a distinct temperature rise, moving from a freezing cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C) in February to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pelican Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.9 days and collects up to 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pelican Rapids, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pelican Rapids, there are 57.6 snowfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:52 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 4.5h.UV index
In Pelican Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.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. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 34.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.4°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 (3.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Pelican Rapids, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).
Average humidity in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average humidity in March: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).
Average UV index in March
Pelican Rapids, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Pelican Rapids, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Pelican Rapids, 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).
