March weather forecast
Saint Peter, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Saint Peter, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in February to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). Saint Peter sees an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Saint Peter, Minnesota, in March, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.2 rainfall days, and 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Saint Peter, Minnesota, in March, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. In Saint Peter, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Saint Peter is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:42 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 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Saint Peter, Minnesota, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Saint Peter in March?

During March, Saint Peter experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Saint Peter?

The average relative humidity in March in Saint Peter is 81%.

How much does it rain in Saint Peter in March?

In Saint Peter, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

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

In Saint Peter, in March, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Peter have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Saint Peter?

On the first day of March in Saint Peter, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

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

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

In Saint Peter, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Saint Peter?

In Saint Peter, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average temperature in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average pressure in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average wind speed in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Saint Peter, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average rainfall in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average snowfall in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.07"

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

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Average snowfall days in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 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 Peter, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Peter, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average UV index in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Saint Peter, MN

Average visibility in March - Saint Peter, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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