March weather forecast
North Dakota, USA

March in North Dakota signifies a transition period, as the state moves from the harsh winter into early spring. Though the winter snowpack is often persistent at least till the end of the month, there is a noticeable shift in temperatures. Minimum temperatures in March range from 15°F (-9.4°C) to 25°F (-3.9°C), while maximum temperatures vary from 25°F (-3.9°C) to 45°F (7.2°C).

The weather conditions in March still align with winter's characteristics, and the state continues to experience snowfall, though at a reduced rate compared to January and February. The climatic conditions across different cities remain consistent, influenced by North Dakota's interior location and geography.

Compared to February, March shows a more substantial increase in temperatures, indicating the approaching spring season. While cold weather can still prevail, especially in the northern regions, the extended daylight hours and occasional milder days offer a respite from the prolonged winter. Snow lovers can still engage in winter activities, but the melting snow begins to give way to the renewed growth and vitality characteristic of spring. The transition from winter to spring in North Dakota may include extreme conditions and high winds due to frontal air passages, a pattern typical of the state's changing seasons.

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• Fargo - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fargo and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Fargo in March, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bismarck - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Bismarck, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Bismarck, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Grand Forks - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Grand Forks and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Grand Forks, during March, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.
• Minot - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Minot and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Minot, North Dakota, in March, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• West Fargo - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in West Fargo, North Dakota, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In West Fargo during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.
• Williston - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Williston and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. On the first day of March in Williston sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:38 pm CST.
• Dickinson - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dickinson, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. In Dickinson during March, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.
• Mandan - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Mandan and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Mandan, North Dakota, in March, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Jamestown - March »
  In Jamestown, North Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of March in Jamestown sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST.
• Wahpeton - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Wahpeton, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Wahpeton in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Devils Lake - March »
  On Sunday, March 12.2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Devils Lake, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Devils Lake, during March, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.
• Valley City - March »
  In Valley City in March, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Valley City, in March, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.