March weather forecastPipestone, MN
March
Weather in March
By March, the cool temperatures of Pipestone Minnesota's winter begin giving way to early signs of spring. Although the temperatures remain low, ranging between a frosty 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and a chilly 40.5°F (4.7°C), the steady drop in the number of snow days is indicative of the winds of transition. Milder weather sweeps over the town, bringing slush, puddles, and milder winds. More sunshine envelopes the city, beginning to warm the frozen landscape. March and its fickle weather stand as the gateway to spring.Temperature
March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). The average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is witnessed during March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Pipestone, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pipestone, in March, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Pipestone, 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).
Average pressure in March
Pipestone, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Pipestone, 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).
Average humidity in March
Pipestone, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Pipestone, 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").
Average rainfall days in March
Pipestone, 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).
Average snowfall in March
Pipestone, 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").
Average snowfall days in March
Pipestone, 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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pipestone, MN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in March
Pipestone, 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).
Average UV index in March
Pipestone, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Pipestone, 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).
Average visibility in March
Pipestone, 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).
