March weather forecast
Belfield, ND

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Weather in March

March brings along a notable change in the weather pattern of Belfield, with the temperatures displaying a steady increase. Compared to the freezing conditions of February, the temperature now fluctuates from a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C), marking a steady uplift from winter towards more balmy springtime conditions. Meanwhile, snowfall lessens substantially, giving way to rainfall which now sketches its first significant rise. The sun begins to dominate for a longer span of the day, giving residents a pleasant change from the shorter winter days. The transition from winter to spring is apparent as mild-weather spring starts to show its colors towards the end of this month.

Temperature

Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C) to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). During March, the average low-temperature in Belfield is a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Belfield is 77%.

Rainfall

In Belfield, during March, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Belfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.5 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Belfield, in March, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Belfield, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 19.72" (501mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Belfield, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Belfield, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. 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 is it in Belfield in March?

In Belfield, 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Belfield?

In Belfield, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Belfield in March?

In Belfield, North Dakota, in March, during 6.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Belfield?

In March, in Belfield, North Dakota, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Belfield have in March?

The average day length in March in Belfield, North Dakota, is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Belfield?

On the first day of March in Belfield, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Belfield?

In Belfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Belfield?

In Belfield, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Belfield, ND

Average temperature in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Belfield, ND

Average pressure in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Belfield, ND

Average wind speed in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Belfield, ND

Average humidity in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in March
Belfield, ND

Average rainfall in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Belfield, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Belfield, ND

Average snowfall in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Belfield, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Belfield, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Belfield, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Belfield, ND

Average UV index in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Belfield, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
Belfield, ND

Average visibility in March - Belfield, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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