March weather forecastFargo, ND
March
Weather in March
March heralds a significant shift from the frigid February as the temperatures start to rise, hinting at a break in the winter season. Snowfall averages dwindle down to 3.19in, giving way to increasing instances of spring showers. The increase in daylight hours illuminates the city for a more extended period, a noticeable departure from the darker winter months. March, however, still retains the lingering chill of the winter, giving an ever-present nip in the air. Moving towards April, the warmth gradually takes over, reducing the vestiges of winter.Temperature
With the onset of March, Fargo's weather experiences a distinct temperature rise, moving from a subzero cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in February to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Fargo, in March, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fargo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Fargo, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fargo, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.4 days and aggregates up to 19.69" (500mm) of snow.Daylight
In Fargo, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 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
In Fargo, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fargo, ND
- Average high temperature in March: 34.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Fargo, ND
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Fargo, ND
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Fargo, ND
- Average humidity in March: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).
Average rainfall in March
Fargo, ND
- Average rainfall in March: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Fargo, ND
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fargo, ND
- Average snowfall in March: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fargo, ND
- Average snowfall days in March: 9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fargo, 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: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fargo, ND
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Fargo, ND
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Fargo, ND
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in March
Fargo, 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).
