March weather forecastSantiago, MN
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Santiago, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C).Temperature
The shift from February to March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C) to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). March nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C).Humidity
In Santiago, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In Santiago, Minnesota, during March, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Santiago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.8 days and collects up to 20.2" (513mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Santiago. In Santiago, in March, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow. In Santiago, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.7 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 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
In March, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Santiago, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Santiago, MN
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Santiago, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Santiago, MN
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Santiago, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Santiago, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Santiago, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 4.25"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Santiago, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santiago, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Santiago, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Santiago, 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
Santiago, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Santiago, 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 and February (4mi).
