March weather forecast
Columbus, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Columbus, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and max 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's subzero cold 17.2°F (-8.2°C) to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). Columbus anticipates an average minimum temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in March, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85.6 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Columbus, in March, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Columbus, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Columbus is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Columbus, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:21 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 Columbus, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

In Columbus, 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 average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Columbus in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Columbus, is 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Columbus?

The average relative humidity in March in Columbus is 84%.

How much does it rain in Columbus in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Columbus?

In Columbus, North Dakota, in March, during 10.5 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Columbus, North Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Columbus?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Columbus?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Columbus, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Columbus, ND

Average temperature in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 33.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Columbus, ND

Average pressure in March - Columbus, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Columbus, ND

Average wind speed in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Columbus, ND

Average humidity in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in March
Columbus, ND

Average rainfall in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Columbus, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Columbus, ND

Average snowfall in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Columbus, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 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
Columbus, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Columbus, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Columbus, ND

Average UV index in March - Columbus, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Columbus, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Columbus, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Columbus, ND

Average visibility in March - Columbus, 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).

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