March weather forecastViking, MN
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Viking, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.2°F (0.1°C) and min 18.3°F (-7.6°C).Temperature
The start of March is characterized by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 17.1°F (-8.3°C) in February to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C). Viking experiences an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) in the month of March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 88%.Rainfall
In Viking, in March, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.3 rainfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Viking, during March, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Viking, there are 81.1 snowfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:55 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 4.1h.UV index
In Viking, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Viking, MN
- Average high temperature in March: 32.2°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 18.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).
Average pressure in March
Viking, MN
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Viking, MN
- Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Viking, MN
- Average humidity in March: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and August (66%).
Average rainfall in March
Viking, MN
- Average rainfall in March: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Viking, MN
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Viking, MN
- Average snowfall in March: 3.7"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Viking, MN
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Viking, MN
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Viking, MN
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Viking, 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
Viking, MN
- Average cloud cover in March: 67
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Viking, 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, February and December (4mi).
