March weather forecast
Saint Paul, MN

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Weather in March

As Saint Paul ushers in March, signs of spring start to show. An upward shift in temperatures breaks the long winter freeze, granting some relief from the severe chill. Notably, rainfall starts to replace snowfall and 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is recorded in comparison to February's impressive 4.69" (119mm) of snow. The weather remains fairly unpredictable with sudden temperature drops and showers. The melting snow and slightly warmer temperatures paint a picture of the upcoming spring season.

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of March, advancing from a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). Throughout the month of March, Saint Paul witnesses an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In Saint Paul, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, in Saint Paul, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Paul, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.5 days and collects up to 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Saint Paul. In Saint Paul, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.2 snowfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Saint Paul, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Saint Paul, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Saint Paul is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Saint Paul during March?

Saint Paul in March has an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Saint Paul?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Saint Paul in March?

In Saint Paul, Minnesota, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Saint Paul?

In Saint Paul, Minnesota, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Saint Paul?

The average day length in March in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Saint Paul?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Saint Paul, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Saint Paul?

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

In Saint Paul, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Saint Paul?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Saint Paul, MN

Average temperature in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Saint Paul, MN

Average pressure in March - Saint Paul, 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
Saint Paul, MN

Average wind speed in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Saint Paul, MN

Average humidity in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Saint Paul, MN

Average rainfall in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Saint Paul, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Saint Paul, MN

Average snowfall in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Saint Paul, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 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
Saint Paul, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Paul, 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
Saint Paul, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Saint Paul, MN

Average UV index in March - Saint Paul, 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
Saint Paul, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Paul, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

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
Saint Paul, MN

Average visibility in March - Saint Paul, 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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