March weather forecastFort Rice, ND
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Fort Rice, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).Temperature
March is marked by a significant increase, 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). An average minimum temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is recorded during the month of March.Humidity
In Fort Rice, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Fort Rice, in March, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Rice, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fort Rice, during March, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow. 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 7:20 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Fort Rice, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:10 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, ND
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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
Fort Rice, 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).
