March weather forecastBismarck, ND
March
Weather in March
Emerging from the traditional winter months, March portrays a blend of meteorological extremes in Bismarck. As March approaches, it carries along the first hints of warmer days, whilst still afflicted by 4.25" (108mm) of snowfall. The diminished quantity of snowfall accentuates the transition from winter towards spring. March shows meteorological variations, as it maintains some winter-like characteristics, yet it slowly prepares for balmier days.Temperature
With the onset of March, Bismarck experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature advancing from a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) in February to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). Bismarck records a mean low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Bismarck, in March, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 73.7 snowfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:11 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 5.5h.UV index
In Bismarck, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).
Average rainfall in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 4.25"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
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: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Bismarck, ND
- 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Bismarck, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in March
Bismarck, ND
- 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, March and December (5mi).
