March weather forecast
Shakopee, MN

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Weather in March

With the advent of March, Shakopee dances on the edge of winter and spring. A warmer weather pattern takes over, with the high temperature hovering around a comfortable 39.4°F (4.1°C). The snowfall declines noticeably compared to the preceding months, introducing much-awaited spring showers instead. The increase in daylight hours is a welcome change, allowing for greater outdoor activities. Thus, March paves the way for the warmer months of the year with its perceptible shift in weather variables.

Temperature

March signals a clear temperature escalation, with average high-temperatures advancing from February's subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). In Shakopee, an average nighttime temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Shakopee, in March, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shakopee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.7 days and collects up to 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Shakopee. In Shakopee, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Shakopee, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Shakopee is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Shakopee, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Shakopee, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

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 UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Shakopee?

In Shakopee, 39.4°F (4.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Shakopee?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Shakopee in March?

In Shakopee, Minnesota, during March, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Shakopee?

In Shakopee, Minnesota, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Shakopee?

In March, the average day length in Shakopee is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Shakopee?

On the first day of March in Shakopee, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shakopee, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Shakopee?

The average sunshine duration in March in Shakopee, Minnesota, is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shakopee?

In Shakopee, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shakopee, MN

Average temperature in March - Shakopee, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shakopee, MN

Average pressure in March - Shakopee, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
Shakopee, MN

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

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).

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Average humidity in March
Shakopee, MN

Average humidity in March - Shakopee, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shakopee, MN

Average rainfall in March - Shakopee, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shakopee, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Shakopee, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shakopee, MN

Average snowfall in March - Shakopee, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Shakopee, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Shakopee, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shakopee, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shakopee, 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 1min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shakopee, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Shakopee, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shakopee, MN

Average UV index in March - Shakopee, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shakopee, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Shakopee, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Shakopee, MN

Average visibility in March - Shakopee, 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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