March weather forecast
Great Bend, ND

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Great Bend, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 36°F (2.2°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Great Bend's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable rise, advancing from February's subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C) to a wintry 36°F (2.2°C). An average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Great Bend during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Great Bend is 83%.

Rainfall

In Great Bend, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Great Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Great Bend are January through May, October through December. In Great Bend, during March, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Great Bend, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Great Bend, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Great Bend in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Great Bend, records 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Great Bend?

In March, in Great Bend, North Dakota, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, during March, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, North Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Great Bend?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Great Bend?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Great Bend, North Dakota, is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Great Bend?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Great Bend is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Great Bend, ND

Average temperature in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average high temperature in March: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Great Bend, ND

Average pressure in March - Great Bend, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Great Bend, ND

Average wind speed in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Great Bend, ND

Average humidity in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).

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Average rainfall in March
Great Bend, ND

Average rainfall in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Great Bend, ND

Average rainfall days in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Great Bend, ND

Average snowfall in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Great Bend, ND

Average snowfall days in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Great Bend, ND

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Great Bend, ND

Average sunshine days in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Great Bend, ND

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Great Bend, ND

Average cloud cover in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

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).

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Average visibility in March
Great Bend, ND

Average visibility in March - Great Bend, ND
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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